Social Idioms

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at daggers drawn

Meaning: almost ready to fight

Example: The two schools have been at daggers drawn for months. Ever since they played in the championship game. Read more ➺


take up the cudgels

Meaning: To defend a person, cause, or idea strongly and publicly.

Example: Marie and her friends are willing to take up the cudgels for women's rights. Read more ➺


give airs

Meaning: to be pretentious/showy

Example: Susan is a very smart girl but the fact that she gives herself airs about her job makes me like her a little less. Read more ➺


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