to trade punches
01
to engage in a verbal conflict by exchanging criticisms, insults, etc.
Idiom
Informal
例
During the heated debate, the politicians traded punches over economic policies.
The two companies have been trading punches in the market, vying for dominance and market share.
02
(of people) to use their fists in order to hit each other during a fight or competition
IdiomInformal例
The two boxers traded punches in the ring, with each fighter trying to land a decisive blow.
During the bar brawl, multiple patrons traded punches, leading to a chaotic scene.
