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to engage in a verbal conflict by exchanging criticisms, insults, etc.
Idiom
InformalWhat is the origin of the idiom "trade punches" and when to use it?
The idiom "trade punches" originates from the sport of boxing, where opponents exchange blows or punches during a match. In a broader sense, the phrase is used metaphorically to describe a situation where two parties engage in a back-and-forth exchange of verbal or physical blows, indicating a reciprocal and often intense interaction marked by conflict or disagreement.
(of people) to use their fists in order to hit each other during a fight or competition
IdiomInformalWhat is the origin of the idiom "trade punches" and when to use it?
The idiom "trade punches" originated from the world of boxing and combat sports, where two opponents engage in a physical fight by literally exchanging blows or punches. This expression has been figuratively extended to describe any situation where individuals or parties confront each other physically, often indicating a competitive or confrontational nature.
