till lags
Swedish
Etymology
From till (“to”) + lags (“(proper) condition's”). Frozen expression from when till governed the genitive.
Adverb
- pleasing, satisfying
- Man kan inte vara alla till lags
- You can't please everyone
Usage notes
Usually as vara någon till lags (please someone, e.g. by fulfilling their wishes).
References
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