If (one's) life depended on it In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "if (one's) life depended on it", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

Julia Huong

2022-03-18 12:03

no matter what , under any circumstances

If (one's) life depended on it phrase

This phrase is generally always used in combination with a negative statement about something you couldn't or would't do.

No matter what.

I wouldn't help her if my life depended on it. As I have told you before, she is a cruel girl.

I couldn't win your heart if my life depended on it. It's time for me to give up.

They wouldn't agree to split up the company if their life depended on it.

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when a theory or idea is put to the test to see if it actually works; or when things become serious.

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