worst comes to worst

worst comes to worst

The least ideal or preferred outcome happens. Often used with "if," as in "if worst comes to worst." Even if worst comes to worst and it rains on our wedding day, we'll make the best of it. I know you don't want to think about it, but, worst comes to worst, what would you do in a zombie apocalypse?
See also: come, worst
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
See also:
  • storm
  • north and south
  • came
  • cliff-hanger
  • serve two masters
  • wrong scent, to be on the
  • not give (something) a second thought
  • boondocks
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If worst comes to worst tomorrow, I'll figure out a way."
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