fight to the death
The phrase "fight to the death" can be used both literally and metaphorically to describe intense and ultimate confrontations.
Definition
C1Literal Combat
(formal, historical)A battle where participants continue until one is killed.
Example
- The gladiators would fight to the death in the arena.
B2Figurative
(informal)An intense effort to achieve a goal, implying the person will use all their energy and resources.
Example
- They vowed to fight to the death to protect their rights.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "fight to the death":
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