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.
02
(of people) to use their fists in order to hit each other during a fight or competition
Idiom
Informal
例
The two boxers traded punches in the ring, with each fighter trying to land a decisive blow.
