Definition
achieving something by any means necessary, regardless of the methods used.
不择手段
He was determined to win the competition by hook or by crook.
他决心要不择手段赢得比赛。
She was resolved to finish the task by hook or by crook.
她决心要不择手段完成这项任务。
To ensure his company's survival, he had to proceed by hook or by crook.
为了确保公司的生存，他不得不不择手段。