Fight tooth and nail meaning
What does the saying 'Fight tooth and nail' mean?
Idiom: Fight tooth and nail
Meaning:
If someone will fight tooth and nail for something, they will not stop at anything to get what they want.
('Fight tooth and claw' is an alternative.)
Country: International English |
Subject Area: Body and bodily functions |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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