if it's the last thing I do

if it's the last thing I do

Used to emphasize one's dedication to achieving something or completing some action. I swear, Father, I will avenge you and the rest of our family, if it's the last thing I do! I've been training all my life in this sport. By God, I'm going to win a gold medal if it's the last thing I do!
See also: if, last, thing
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
See also:
  • honest
  • honest!
  • swear down
  • by God
  • impale
  • impale (someone, something, or oneself) on (something)
  • impale on
  • honest to God
  • honest to God/goodness
  • I am so sure!