jump through a hoop

jump through a hoop {v. phr.}, {informal}

To do whatever you are told to do; obey any order.

Bob would jump through a hoop for Mary.

Compare: TWIST AROUND ONE'S LITTLE FINGER, UNDER ONE'S THUMB.

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