go at it

The phrase "go at it" is versatile and can imply different actions based on the context, including engaging in activities with enthusiasm, fighting, or having sex.

Definition

B2General

(informal)To engage in an activity with enthusiasm or energy.

Example

  • They went at it with such passion that they finished the project in a day.
  • Despite being tired, she decided to go at it until the job was done.

B2Conflict

(informal, slang)To argue or fight energetically.

Example

  • The two friends went at it for hours over a trivial matter.
  • During the debate, the candidates really went at it.

C1Sexual

(slang, euphemistic)To engage in sexual activity.

Example

  • They went at it as soon as they were alone.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "go at it":

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