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What does 'to fight tooth and nail' mean?
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Amy.Lin posted on 2019/08/10Ever wondered how to describe someone who's fighting for something with all their might? This fun video from BBC Learning English breaks down the lively idiom 'to fight tooth and nail' with everyday examples. You'll pick up practical vocabulary and learn how to use this colorful phrase in your own conversations!
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tooth and nail
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- Adverb
- With every possible effort or means; fiercely.
- Phrase
- Using all one's resources and energy; with great determination and effort.
- In a fierce and determined manner; vigorously.
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US /faɪt tʊθ ənd neɪl/
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UK /faɪt tu:θ ənd neɪl/
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- Fight fiercely and with maximum effort to achieve or defend something.
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- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To be expecting or planning to do something
- Phrasal Verb
- To rely on someone
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