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to come to blows
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(of two or more people) to get into a serious verbal argument or begin attacking each other physically because of a prior disagreement
Idiom
InformalWhat is the origin of the idiom "come to blows" and when to use it?
The idiom "come to blows" likely originated from the literal act of physical fighting or brawling. This expression is used to signify a situation in which disagreements or conflicts have escalated to the point where the involved parties resort to using physical violence or engaging in a physical altercation.
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At the crowded concert, a dispute over seating escalated, and it came to blows when security had to intervene to restore order.
The disagreement between the two political leaders came to blows as they physically confronted each other during a televised debate.
The heated argument between the neighbors eventually came to blows, resulting in a call to the police.
