to [stand|hold] {one's} ground

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stalemate

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to stand firm

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stand-off

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The idiom "sticking point" originates from the image of a point where something becomes stuck or encounters resistance, metaphorically referring to an issue or obstacle that halts progress or agreement in a discussion or negotiation. This phrase is often used to identify a specific problem or disagreement that prevents the smooth resolution of a situation.

What is the origin of the idiom "sticking point" and when to use it?

sticking point

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stir

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to stir up

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stormy

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strife

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to struggle

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struggle

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the moral high ground

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to [take] issue

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to [take] {sb/sth} to the mat

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tangle

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to tangle with

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to tear apart

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The idiom "the gloves are off" refers to a situation where restraint, politeness, or caution is abandoned, and a more aggressive or direct approach is adopted. It originates from the sport of boxing, where fighters traditionally wore gloves for protection. Removing the gloves signaled the intention to fight more fiercely. In everyday language, this idiomatic expression is used to indicate a more intense, no-holds-barred approach to a situation or conflict.

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

the gloves [are] off

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thorny

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tiff

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troublemaker

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turbulence

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turbulent

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turf war

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tussle

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to tussle

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unbridgeable

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under protest

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to unlike

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unpleasantness

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unsettled

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unsympathetic

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unsympathetically

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uproar

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vendetta

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to wade in

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to wade into

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The idiom "war of words" does not have a specific known origin. It is a figurative expression that has been used in various contexts throughout history to describe intense verbal conflicts. The use of the word "war" in this phrase metaphorically compares the verbal dispute to an actual battle, emphasizing the intensity, aggression, and strategic nature of the conflict. The term has become a common idiomatic expression to describe situations where arguments, debates, or exchanges of rhetoric escalate into heated confrontations. It is commonly used in political debates, where opposing candidates or parties engage in aggressive exchanges of rhetoric to assert their positions and undermine their opponents.

What is the origin of the idiom "war of words" and when to use it?

war of words

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The idiom "one's way or the highway" has its roots in the informal and direct style of communication often found in everyday conversations. While its specific origin is difficult to pinpoint, it has become a widely recognized idiom in the English language. It is often used in discussions, negotiations, or conflicts where one party insists on having things done solely according to their preferences or demands.

What is the origin of the idiom "one's way or the highway" and when to use it?

{one's} way or the highway

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who says

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with (all due|) respect

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to worst

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to wrangle

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wrangle

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wrangling

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yeah, right

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Here you will learn some English words related to disagreement and dispute such as "vendetta", "tiff", and "stir".

Disagreement and Dispute

English Words for "Disagreement and Dispute"