JLPT N2

思うように

As one wishes/expects

Structure

思うように + Verb

This phrase is used to describe a situation where things happen or proceed exactly (or not) according to one's expectations, wishes, or plans.

なかなか思うようにいかない。

Things don't go as I wish.

Using it as a standalone phrase; it almost always modifies a verb indicating 'going' or 'doing'.

Combine 思う (to think) with ように (like, as) to get 'as I think/wish'.

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