expedition

fishing expedition

An attempt to discover information without knowing what it may be. The term implies that the search does not have a specific subject but is rather performed in the hopes that some new information will be found that will be beneficial to the searcher. Primarily heard in US. The defense attorney objected to the vague line of questioning, accusing the prosecutor of engaging in a fishing expedition.

See also: expedition, fishing

Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.

fishing expedition

a search for information without knowledge of whether such information exists. (This involves asking questions with no preconceived notion of what the answers might reveal.) The lawyer was on a fishing expedition. There was no real wrong committed to justify a lawsuit. Your honor, the prosecutor is just on a clumsy fishing expedition. I move for dismissal. We are going to have to go on a fishing expedition to try to find the facts.

See also: expedition, fishing

McGraw-Hill Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs.

fishing expedition

An attempt to find useful information by asking questions at random. For example, The sales force was told to go on a fishing expedition to find out what they could about the company's competitors . This expression was taken up by lawyers to describe interrogating an adversary in hopes of finding relevant evidence and is now used more broadly still. [c. 1930]

See also: expedition, fishing

The American Heritage® Dictionary of Idioms by Christine Ammer.

a fishing expedition

mainly AMERICAN

If you are on a fishing expedition, you are trying to find out facts about something, often secretly. I know why you're here. You're on a fishing expedition. You're hunting for material. He was asked whether Wilkey was engaged in a fishing expedition aimed at politically embarrassing the House.

See also: expedition, fishing

Collins COBUILD Idioms Dictionary, 3rd ed.

a fishing expedition

a search or investigation undertaken with the hope, though not the stated purpose, of discovering information.

1998 High Country News Agency insiders describe the inquiry as a fishing expedition to uncover evidence that Dombeck may have been a party to illegal lobbying.

See also: expedition, fishing

Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary

fishing expedition

n. an exploratory search for facts. (This involves asking questions with no preconceived notion of what the answers might reveal.) The lawyer was on a fishing expedition. There was no real wrong committed to justify a lawsuit.

See also: expedition, fishing

McGraw-Hill's Dictionary of American Slang and Colloquial Expressions

See also:

a fishing expedition
fishing expedition
nose about
nose around
nose around for (someone or something)
no thanks to
no thanks to (someone or something)
no thanks to somebody/something
no thanks to you
take lumps

References in periodicals archive

The expedition, supported by Land Rover, aims to break the current speed record of 36 days, 22 hours.

Land Rover's polar trek; drivelines

Expedition participants will develop their confidence, teamwork and leadership skills in addition to carrying out valuable fieldwork and research.

Opportunity for young; Your Shout

I AM writing to tell you and your readers about the 10th anniversary of conservation organisation, Biosphere Expeditions, which runs volunteering expeditions, making a significant difference to the lives of endangered animals across the globe.

You too could make a big difference; VOICE OF THE NORTH

To continue to protect wildlife and habitats in this way, Biosphere Expeditions needs more volunteers fromCardiff to help undertake this vitally important work.

Letter: Volunteer for conservation

To date, over 100,000 hours have been spent by Biosphere Expeditions volunteers on wildlife conservation projects, helping to protect hundreds of animals and habitats.

Letter: MAILBAG - Chance to explore

The expedition is being undertaken by 'Tejasvi Teen' Battalion under the aegis of 'Patiala Brigade'.

Lt Gen YK Joshi flags off mountaineering expedition to Mount APSARASAS-II

The Ford Expedition achieves greater fuel efficiency and vehicle tailpipe emissions during city driving through its Auto Start-Stop Technology.

5 things that make the Ford Expedition a standout on the road

The expedition will primarily investigate the connection between climate change and glaciers, but archaeologists are also taking part to study how Greenland was colonised.

Stockholm University: Polar expedition to shed light on Greenlandic glacier

The expedition members departed from Askoli, near the K2 base camp from Skardu on Monday morning.

Pakistan-Japan team to attempt K2

Expedition delivers a segment-leading 9,300 pounds of haul-ability, while being able to swallow up to eight riders in relative comfort.

Ford thinks big with 2019 Expedition Max

Along with Chinese scientists, scientists from National Institute of Oceanography and Pakistan Navy also participated in the expedition. The acquired data will be jointly processed by Pakistani and Chinese scientists.

China geological survey ship concludes Pak visit

"The first team departed for Askole on Monday and is scheduled to reach the Base Camp on January 14, while the second team will leave Askole on Tuesday to reach Base Camp on January 15," said Asghar Ali Porik, the owner of Jasmine Tours Pakistan, who has arranged the expedition in collaboration with Alpine Club of Pakistan.

Climbers reach Skardu to mount K2 in winter

There's a saying "On a harsh expedition, there's no place for someone who does not intend to finish it." It explicitly indicates that one needs to have courage and firm determination to step forward for a back-breaking expedition.

Indian expat seeks support to attend expedition in Norway

The all-new 2018 Ford Expedition has earned the US government's highest possible crash test rating of five stars from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, making this full-size SUV a leader in safety.

Ford's All-New 2018 Expedition Tops Government Crash Test Ratings With Five Stars, Making It Best Among Competition

by Times News ServiceThe 11-member Euro-Arabian Polar Expedition reached the North Pole after an eight-day trek.

Oman's Anisa Al Raissi successfully treks to North Pole

词组	expedition
释义	expedition fishing expedition An attempt to discover information without knowing what it may be. The term implies that the search does not have a specific subject but is rather performed in the hopes that some new information will be found that will be beneficial to the searcher. Primarily heard in US. The defense attorney objected to the vague line of questioning, accusing the prosecutor of engaging in a fishing expedition. See also: expedition, fishing Farlex Dictionary of Idioms. fishing expedition a search for information without knowledge of whether such information exists. (This involves asking questions with no preconceived notion of what the answers might reveal.) The lawyer was on a fishing expedition. There was no real wrong committed to justify a lawsuit. Your honor, the prosecutor is just on a clumsy fishing expedition. I move for dismissal. We are going to have to go on a fishing expedition to try to find the facts. See also: expedition, fishing McGraw-Hill Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs. fishing expedition An attempt to find useful information by asking questions at random. For example, The sales force was told to go on a fishing expedition to find out what they could about the company's competitors . This expression was taken up by lawyers to describe interrogating an adversary in hopes of finding relevant evidence and is now used more broadly still. [c. 1930] See also: expedition, fishing The American Heritage® Dictionary of Idioms by Christine Ammer. a fishing expedition mainly AMERICAN If you are on a fishing expedition, you are trying to find out facts about something, often secretly. I know why you're here. You're on a fishing expedition. You're hunting for material. He was asked whether Wilkey was engaged in a fishing expedition aimed at politically embarrassing the House. See also: expedition, fishing Collins COBUILD Idioms Dictionary, 3rd ed. a fishing expedition a search or investigation undertaken with the hope, though not the stated purpose, of discovering information. 1998 High Country News Agency insiders describe the inquiry as a fishing expedition to uncover evidence that Dombeck may have been a party to illegal lobbying. See also: expedition, fishing Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary fishing expedition n. an exploratory search for facts. (This involves asking questions with no preconceived notion of what the answers might reveal.) The lawyer was on a fishing expedition. There was no real wrong committed to justify a lawsuit. See also: expedition, fishing McGraw-Hill's Dictionary of American Slang and Colloquial Expressions See also: a fishing expedition fishing expedition nose about nose around nose around for (someone or something) no thanks to no thanks to (someone or something) no thanks to somebody/something no thanks to you take lumps References in periodicals archive The expedition, supported by Land Rover, aims to break the current speed record of 36 days, 22 hours. Land Rover's polar trek; drivelines Expedition participants will develop their confidence, teamwork and leadership skills in addition to carrying out valuable fieldwork and research. Opportunity for young; Your Shout I AM writing to tell you and your readers about the 10th anniversary of conservation organisation, Biosphere Expeditions, which runs volunteering expeditions, making a significant difference to the lives of endangered animals across the globe. You too could make a big difference; VOICE OF THE NORTH To continue to protect wildlife and habitats in this way, Biosphere Expeditions needs more volunteers fromCardiff to help undertake this vitally important work. Letter: Volunteer for conservation To date, over 100,000 hours have been spent by Biosphere Expeditions volunteers on wildlife conservation projects, helping to protect hundreds of animals and habitats. Letter: MAILBAG - Chance to explore The expedition is being undertaken by 'Tejasvi Teen' Battalion under the aegis of 'Patiala Brigade'. Lt Gen YK Joshi flags off mountaineering expedition to Mount APSARASAS-II The Ford Expedition achieves greater fuel efficiency and vehicle tailpipe emissions during city driving through its Auto Start-Stop Technology. 5 things that make the Ford Expedition a standout on the road The expedition will primarily investigate the connection between climate change and glaciers, but archaeologists are also taking part to study how Greenland was colonised. Stockholm University: Polar expedition to shed light on Greenlandic glacier The expedition members departed from Askoli, near the K2 base camp from Skardu on Monday morning. Pakistan-Japan team to attempt K2 Expedition delivers a segment-leading 9,300 pounds of haul-ability, while being able to swallow up to eight riders in relative comfort. Ford thinks big with 2019 Expedition Max Along with Chinese scientists, scientists from National Institute of Oceanography and Pakistan Navy also participated in the expedition. The acquired data will be jointly processed by Pakistani and Chinese scientists. China geological survey ship concludes Pak visit "The first team departed for Askole on Monday and is scheduled to reach the Base Camp on January 14, while the second team will leave Askole on Tuesday to reach Base Camp on January 15," said Asghar Ali Porik, the owner of Jasmine Tours Pakistan, who has arranged the expedition in collaboration with Alpine Club of Pakistan. Climbers reach Skardu to mount K2 in winter There's a saying "On a harsh expedition, there's no place for someone who does not intend to finish it." It explicitly indicates that one needs to have courage and firm determination to step forward for a back-breaking expedition. Indian expat seeks support to attend expedition in Norway The all-new 2018 Ford Expedition has earned the US government's highest possible crash test rating of five stars from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, making this full-size SUV a leader in safety. Ford's All-New 2018 Expedition Tops Government Crash Test Ratings With Five Stars, Making It Best Among Competition by Times News ServiceThe 11-member Euro-Arabian Polar Expedition reached the North Pole after an eight-day trek. Oman's Anisa Al Raissi successfully treks to North Pole
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