How Do You Spell PULLING OUT THE STOPS?

Pronunciation: [pˈʊlɪŋ ˈa͡ʊt ðə stˈɒps] (IPA)

"Pulling out the stops" is a common idiom that means using all resources available to accomplish something. The word "stops" is spelled with the IPA phonetic transcription /stɒps/, with the "o" pronounced as a short "o" sound and the "s" pronounced as an "s" sound. In this context, "stops" refers to the knobs on a pipe organ that control the flow of air to each pipe. Pulling out all the stops on a pipe organ provides a fuller, richer sound, which is the source of the idiom's meaning.

PULLING OUT THE STOPS Meaning and Definition

1. To "pull out the stops" is an idiomatic expression that originates from the action performed on a pipe organ. In a pipe organ, the stops refer to the knobs or levers that regulate the flow of air through the pipes, thus controlling the different sounds and tones the instrument can produce. When a performer "pulls out the stops," it means they are manipulating these controls to unleash the maximum power and range of sounds that the instrument is capable of producing.

   Figuratively, "pulling out the stops" is used to describe someone going to great lengths, making maximum effort, or employing every available resource to achieve a desired outcome. It implies mobilizing all possible means and firmly committing to a task or goal. This expression often indicates determination, vigor, and relentless pursuit of success, leaving no stone unturned or no avenue unexplored in one's endeavors.

   It is commonly applied to various contexts, such as in sports, businesses, or any pursuit where one must give their best effort. Pulling out the stops suggests straining one's limits, resolved to do whatever it takes to accomplish their objective. The phrase connotes a sense of intensity and passion, emphasizing the idea that no effort will be spared or detail overlooked in the pursuit of a specific goal.

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