every which way
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every which way

adverb

Definition of EVERY WHICH WAY

1
: in every direction
2
: in a disorderly manner : irregularly <toys scattered about every which way>

Origin of EVERY WHICH WAY

probably by folk etymology from Middle English everich way every way
First Known Use: 1824

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