hammer and tongs
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Adverb
hammer and tongs (not comparable)
- (idiomatic) In a manner indicating seriousness of intent and capability of harm.
- When they had an argument they went at it hammer and tongs.
Synonyms
- hot and heavy
- intensely
- no holds barred
Translations
With tools indicating seriousness of intent and capability of harm
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