Eggcorn of for all intents and purposes.

(idiomatic) An event or achievement which is unpleasant for someone, especially for those who considered it impossible or unwelcome; an annoyance.

Speechless from surprise or shock.

plural of tidal force

To take care of oneself without help.

(law) A document given by the owner of real estate to convey the property upon being paid money; an agreement to convey title in the future that, so long as it remains executory, allows title to remain vested in the original owner.

(law) A kind of government bond that is a charge against the taxpayers generally, as distinguished from bonds for improvements, the cost of which is charged to the property specially benefited.

(idiomatic) Synonym of close enough for government work

(US, idiomatic, humorous, derogatory) Adequate: acceptable as government work, imperfect but not worth the time or effort of improving.

Were it not for God's help, someone could have suffered that outcome.