Example
“The smaller firm threw down the gauntlet by promising to match every rival's price.”
Dictionary details
Related idioms
Expressions connected by reviewed component words or topic tags.
run the gauntlet
Neutral · CEFR C1
to endure a succession of ordeals, attacks, or severe criticism
throw a wobbly
Informal · CEFR C1
to have a sudden angry or distressed outburst and lose self-control
throw caution to the wind
Neutral · CEFR B2
to act boldly or recklessly without considering the possible consequences
throw it at the wall and see what sticks
Informal · CEFR B2
to try many ideas quickly, keeping only the ones that work
bury the hatchet
Neutral · CEFR B1
to reconcile with someone and bring a quarrel to an end
drive someone up the wall
Informal · CEFR B1
to make someone feel extremely annoyed or frustrated
Source methodology
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