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to move mountains
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to accomplish something challenging or seemingly impossible through extraordinary effort and determination
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What is the origin of the idiom "move mountains" and when to use it?
The origin of this idiom comes from the biblical story of Jesus, where he says, "If you have faith as small as a mustard seed, you can say to this mountain, 'Move from here to there,' and it will move. Nothing will be impossible for you." The phrase "move mountains" has since been used to describe any situation where a seemingly impossible task is accomplished through extraordinary effort.
Example
The athlete is confident that she can move mountains to win the championship next year
The organization has moved mountains to provide aid to those affected by the natural disaster.
As a cancer survivor, I know firsthand how faith can move mountains.
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