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to ask for trouble
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adversary
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against
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all hell break loose
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altercation
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anti
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to argue
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argument
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to argue with
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argumentative
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as a matter of fact
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athwart
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at loggerheads
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at odds
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at each other's throats
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bad feelings
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to bang one's heads together
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battle
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battle line
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battleground
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to beard the lion in his den
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bellicose
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bellicosity
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to be not having any of it
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to bicker
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bickering
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to bite one's tongue
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bone of contention
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but
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to carry on
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challenging
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clash
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to clash
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to collide
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collision
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combative
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come off it
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to come out on top
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conflict
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to conflict
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to confront
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confrontation
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confrontational
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contention
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contentious
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to contradict
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contrarian
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contretemps
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controversial
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controversially
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controversy
to ask for trouble
Frase
uk flag
/ˈæsk fɔːɹ tɹˈʌbəl/
Spelling
Chiudi
Accedi
[chiedere] per problemi

[chiedere] per problemi

Idiom
Informal

to do something that is very likely to result in trouble or difficulty

example
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Driving without a seatbelt is like asking for trouble; it's dangerous and against the law.
Borrowing money from a loan shark is definitely asking for trouble due to the exorbitant interest rates.
What is the origin of the idiom "ask for trouble" and when to use it?

The exact origin of the idiom "ask for trouble" is not well-documented, but it is a common idiom in the English language that likely developed over time to describe situations where individuals intentionally or unintentionally create problems or difficulties for themselves.

adversary
adversary
sostantivo
a
æ
d
d
v
v
e
ɜ
r
r
s
s
a
ɛ
r
r
y
i
avversario

avversario

a person that one is opposed to and fights or competes with

agonist
against
Preposizione
a
ə
g
g
ai
ɛ
n
n
s
s
t
t
contro

contro

in opposition to someone or something

all hell break loose
Frase
uk flag
/ˈɔːl hˈɛl bɹˈeɪk lˈuːs ˈaʊt/
il grande cazzo è stato messo insieme

il grande cazzo è stato messo insieme

Idiom
Informal

used when a situation suddenly becomes very intense or chaotic

What is the origin of the idiom "all hell break loose" and when to use it?

The origin of the phrase "all hell break loose" is not precisely documented, but it is believed to have evolved from earlier expressions that vividly describe a chaotic and uncontrollable situation. The phrase is used to describe moments when a situation quickly deteriorates or becomes extremely chaotic, with various problems, conflicts, or disturbances erupting simultaneously.

altercation
sostantivo
a
ɑ
l
l
t
t
e
ɜ
r
r
c
k
a
t
ʃ
io
ə
n
n
alterco

alterco

a noisy dispute

anti
Preposizione
a
æ
n
n
t
t
i
i
anti

anti

used to convey that one is against something

to argue
to argue
Verbo
a
ɑ:
r
r
g
g
u
ju:
e
discutere

discutere

to speak to someone often angrily because one disagrees with them

Informazioni Grammaticali:

Intransitivo
argument
argument
sostantivo
a
ɑ:
r
r
g
g
u
j
ə
m
m
e
ə
n
n
t
t
discussione

discussione

a discussion, typically a serious one, between two or more people with different views

to argue with
to argue with
Verbo
uk flag
/ˈɑːɹɡjuː wɪð/
discutere con

discutere con

to deny a statement

Informazioni Grammaticali:

Transitivo
argumentative
argumentative
aggettivo
a
ɑ
r
r
g
g
u
j
ə
m
m
e
ɛ
n
n
t
t
a
ə
t
t
i
ɪ
v
v
e
polemico

polemico

(of a person) ready to argue and often arguing

unargumentative
as a matter of fact
Frase
uk flag
/æz ɐ mˈæɾɚɹ ʌv fˈækt/
in effetti

in effetti

Collocation

used to introduce a statement that presents a truth or reality, often to clarify or emphasize something

athwart
Preposizione
a
ə
th
θ
w
w
a
ɔ
r
r
t
t
di traverso

di traverso

opposite to; against

at loggerheads
Frase
uk flag
/æt lˈɔɡɚhˌɛdz/
ai ferri corti

ai ferri corti

Idiom
Informal

in serious disagreement with someone

What is the origin of the idiom "at loggerheads" and when to use it?

The idiom "at loggerheads" has its origins in the nautical term "loggerheads," which refers to round iron instruments with long handles, historically used to heat pitch for sealing seams in wooden ships. When sailors disagreed or argued, they often resorted to wielding these loggerheads as weapons. Over time, the term evolved to describe a situation where two or more individuals or groups are in a state of deadlock, unable to reach an agreement or resolve their differences.

at odds
Frase
uk flag
/æt ˈɑːdz/
in contrasto con

in contrasto con

Idiom

(of opinions) in complete disagreement with each other

What is the origin of the idiom "at odds" and when to use it?

The idiom "at odds" originated from the idea of conflicting or contradictory situations. The term "odds" originally referred to numbers that represented the chances of one event happening in relation to another. Over time, it evolved to suggest a disagreement or lack of agreement between individuals or groups.

at each other's throats
Frase
uk flag
/æt ˈiːtʃ ˈʌðɚz θɹˈoʊts/
l'uno alla gola dell'altro

l'uno alla gola dell'altro

Idiom
Informal

used when two or more people, groups, or organizations fight or disagree with one another

What is the origin of the idiom "at each other's throats" and when to use it?

The idiom "at each other's throats" originates from the imagery of animals engaged in aggressive or combative behavior, specifically focusing on the vulnerable and vital part of the neck—the throat. The phrase has been metaphorically applied to convey a sense of heightened tension, with the implication that the parties involved are engaged in a figurative struggle for dominance or superiority.

bad feelings
sostantivo
uk flag
/bˈæd fˈiːlɪŋz/
cattivi sentimenti

cattivi sentimenti

feeling of anger between people, particularly because of an argument

to bang one's heads together
Frase
uk flag
/bˈæŋ wˈʌnz hˈɛdz təɡˈɛðɚ/
sbattere la testa di qualcuno insieme

sbattere la testa di qualcuno insieme

to forcefully make people stop arguing and start behaving appropriately

battle
sostantivo
b
b
a
æ
tt
t
ə
l
l
e
battaglia

battaglia

a situation in which opposing sides argue or compete with one another to achieve something

battle line
battle line
sostantivo
uk flag
/bˈæɾəl lˈaɪn/
(fronte di battaglia)

(fronte di battaglia)

linea di battaglia

Idiom

the dividing line between opposing sides in a conflict or confrontation

What is the origin of the idiom "battle line" and when to use it?

The origin of the idiom "battle line" can be traced back to military tactics and strategies employed in ancient warfare. The concept of organizing forces in a linear formation can be found in various historical periods and civilizations, including ancient Greece, Rome, and medieval Europe. The specific term "battle line" itself emerged as a descriptor for the position or alignment of troops facing the enemy during conflicts. Over time, the term has been adopted and adapted in different contexts beyond its military origins to represent divisions or confrontations in various arenas, such as politics, sports, or even metaphorical battles of ideas.

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battleground
sostantivo
b
b
a
æ
tt
t
ə
l
l
e
g
g
r
r
o
a
u
ʊ
n
n
d
d
campo di battaglia

campo di battaglia

a subject of dispute; a situation in which people disagree

to [beard] the lion in (his|her) den
to beard the lion in his den
Frase
uk flag
/bˈɪɹd ðə lˈaɪən ɪn hɪz hɜː dˈɛn/
[barba] il leone nella sua tana

[barba] il leone nella sua tana

Idiom

to confront someone very powerful or dangerous in their area of control and strength, where they hold the advantage

What is the origin of the idiom "beard the lion in his den" and when to use it?

The phrase "beard the lion in his den" originated from Shakespeare's play "Richard III" and refers to the act of confronting a powerful opponent or authority figure in their own territory or domain. It symbolizes the courage to face a formidable challenge or danger head-on. It is commonly employed in situations involving challenging authority figures, taking on formidable opponents, or standing up to influential individuals in their own stronghold.

bellicose
aggettivo
b
b
e
ɛ
ll
l
i
ə
c
k
o
s
s
e
bellicoso

bellicoso

displaying a willingness to start an argument, fight, or war

bellicosity
sostantivo
b
b
e
ɛ
ll
l
i
ɪ
c
k
o
ɑ:
s
s
i
ɪ
t
t
y
i
bellicosità

bellicosità

the desire to start an argument, fight, or war

to be not having any of it
Frase
uk flag
/biː nˌɑːt hˈævɪŋ ˌɛni ʌv ɪt ʌv ðæt/
non volere niente di tutto questo

non volere niente di tutto questo

to be completely unwilling to do something

to bicker
to bicker
Verbo
b
b
i
ɪ
ck
k
e
ɜ
r
r
sostenere

sostenere

to argue over unimportant things in an ongoing and repetitive way

Informazioni Grammaticali:

Intransitivo
bickering
sostantivo
b
b
i
ɪ
ck
k
e
ɜ
r
r
i
ɪ
n
n
g
g
battibecco

battibecco

argument over unimportant things

to [bite|hold] {one's} tongue
to bite one's tongue
Frase
uk flag
/bˈaɪt ɔːɹ hˈoʊld wˈʌnz tˈʌŋ/
morditi la lingua

morditi la lingua

Idiom
Informal

to not say something, against one's wish, in order to avoid causing an argument or upsetting someone

What is the origin of the idiom "bite one's tongue" and when to use it?

The idiom "bite one's tongue" has its origins in the English language and dates back to at least the 16th century. The expression alludes to the literal act of biting down on one's own tongue to prevent oneself from speaking. It is commonly employed when someone wants to refrain from speaking their mind, opinions, or criticisms in order to maintain peace, avoid conflicts, or prevent hurting others' feelings.

bone of contention
Frase
uk flag
/bˈoʊn ʌv kəntˈɛnʃən/
osso della contesa

osso della contesa

Idiom
Informal

a subject over which people disagree

What is the origin of the idiom "bone of contention" and when to use it?

The idiom "bone of contention" has roots in medieval English, where it originated from the literal meaning of a "bone" as an object of dispute or contention between two dogs. The phrase evolved to describe any contentious issue or subject that serves as a cause for disagreement or conflict between individuals or groups. Over time, it transitioned from its literal origins to a metaphorical usage, becoming a common expression in the English language to denote a central point of disagreement or conflict.

but
Congiunzione
b
b
u
ʌ
t
t
ma

ma

said to introduce a statement that displays one's surprise, anger, or disagreement

to carry on
Verbo
uk flag
/kˈæɹi ˈɑːn/
portare avanti

portare avanti

to continue talking

Informazioni Grammaticali:

Intransitivo
Stato Frasale
inseparable
verbo della frase
carry
particella della frase
on
challenging
aggettivo
ch
ʧ
a
æ
ll
l
e
ə
n
n
g
ʤ
i
ɪ
n
n
g
g
(stimolante)

(stimolante)

provocatorio

intending to provoke thought or discussion

clash
sostantivo
c
k
l
l
a
æ
sh
ʃ
scontro

scontro

a serious argument between two sides caused by their different views and beliefs

to clash
Verbo
c
k
l
l
a
æ
sh
ʃ
scontrare

scontrare

to strongly and publicly argue or disagree with someone

Informazioni Grammaticali:

Intransitivo
to collide
Verbo
c
k
o
ə
ll
l
i
d
d
e
collidere

collidere

(of people, their opinions, ideas, etc.) to seriously disagree

Informazioni Grammaticali:

Intransitivo
collision
sostantivo
c
k
o
ə
ll
l
i
ɪ
s
ʒ
io
ə
n
n
collisione

collisione

a serious disagreement between people, ideas, opinions, etc.

combative
aggettivo
c
k
o
ɑ
m
m
b
b
a
æ
t
t
i
ɪ
v
v
e
combattivo

combattivo

eager and ready to start an argument or fight

come off it
come off it
interiezione
uk flag
/kˈʌm ˈɔf ɪt/
smettila

smettila

Idiom
Informal

used to tell someone that they should stop saying or doing a particular thing

What is the origin of the idiom "come off it" and when to use it?

The idiom "come off it" is an informal expression that is used to indicate skepticism or disbelief when someone makes statements or claims that are considered unrealistic or insincere. While the precise historical origin of the phrase is not documented, it has been in use in everyday language for many years. This expression is used to express skepticism or disbelief when someone is making statements or claims that are considered unrealistic, exaggerated, or insincere.

to [come] out on top
to come out on top
Frase
uk flag
/kˈʌm ˈaʊt ˌɑːn tˈɑːp/
vieni fuori in cima

vieni fuori in cima

Idiom
Informal

to win an argument or other competitive situation

What is the origin of the idiom "come out on top" and when to use it?

Its origin can be traced back to the 16th century, where the phrase "come out uppermost" was used with a similar meaning. The expression "top" has long been associated with success and victory, and is commonly used in sports to refer to the highest score or the ultimate goal. Over time, the phrase "come out on top" became a popular idiom used in various contexts.

conflict
conflict
sostantivo
c
k
o
ɑ
n
n
f
f
l
l
i
ɪ
c
k
t
t
conflitto

conflitto

a serious disagreement or argument, often involving opposing interests or ideas

to conflict
to conflict
Verbo
c
k
o
ɑ
n
n
f
f
l
l
i
ɪ
c
k
t
t
essere conflitto

essere conflitto

(of two ideas, opinions, etc.) to oppose each other

Informazioni Grammaticali:

Intransitivo
to confront
to confront
Verbo
c
k
o
ə
n
n
f
f
r
r
o
ə
n
n
t
t
affrontare

affrontare

to face someone, particularly in a way that is unfriendly or threatening

Informazioni Grammaticali:

Transitivo
confrontation
sostantivo
c
k
o
ɑ
n
n
f
f
r
r
o
ə
n
n
t
t
a
t
ʃ
io
ə
n
n
confronto

confronto

a situation of hostility or strong disagreement between two opposing individuals, parties, or groups

confrontational
aggettivo
c
k
o
ɑ
n
n
f
f
r
r
o
ə
n
n
t
t
a
t
ʃ
io
ə
n
n
a
ə
l
l
conflittuale

conflittuale

likely to cause arguments because of being aggressive

contention
sostantivo
c
k
o
ə
n
n
t
t
e
ɛ
n
n
t
ʃ
io
ə
n
n
contesa

contesa

a state of heated disagreement, often coming from different viewpoints or interests

contentious
aggettivo
c
k
o
ə
n
n
t
t
e
ɛ
n
n
t
ʃ
iou
ə
s
s
controverso

controverso

inclined to argue or provoke disagreement

to contradict
Verbo
c
k
o
ɑ
n
n
t
t
r
r
a
ə
d
d
i
ɪ
c
k
t
t
smentire

smentire

to disagree with someone, particularly by asserting the opposite of their statement

confirm

Informazioni Grammaticali:

Transitivo
contrarian
sostantivo
c
k
o
ɑ
n
n
t
t
r
r
a
ɛ
r
r
ia
n
n
bastian contrario

bastian contrario

someone who acts against popular opinion, particularly in investment markets

contretemps
sostantivo
c
k
o
ɑ
n
n
t
t
r
r
e
ə
t
t
e
ɛ
m
m
p
p
s
s
(battibecco romantico)

(battibecco romantico)

contrattempo

a slight disagreement or an unpleasant event that causes embarrassment

controversial
controversial
aggettivo
c
k
o
ɑ
n
n
t
t
r
r
o
ə
v
v
e
ɜ
r
r
s
ʃ
ia
ə
l
l
controverso

controverso

causing a lot of strong public disagreement or discussion

uncontroversial
controversially
controversially
avverbio
c
k
o
ɑ:
n
n
t
t
r
r
o
ə
v
v
e
r
s
i
a
ll
l
y
i
controverso

controverso

in a way that causes strong public disagreement

uncontroversially
controversy
sostantivo
c
k
o
ɑ
n
n
t
t
r
r
o
ə
v
v
e
ɜ
r
r
s
s
y
i
controversia

controversia

a strong disagreement or argument over something that involves many people

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