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cut-and-thrust

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun cut-and-thrust has 1 sense
  1. knife fight, snickersnee, cut-and-thrust - fighting with knives
    --1 is a kind of fight, fighting, combat, scrap

Definitions from the Web

cut-and-thrust

Definition:

1. (noun) A style of fencing or swordsmanship that combines quick, aggressive attacks with defensive maneuvers.

2. (noun) A lively or spirited argument or discussion.

3. (adjective) Denoting a situation or activity marked by fast-paced action and constant change.

Examples:

1. As an experienced fencer, he excelled at the cut-and-thrust technique, combining swift strikes with skillful defenses.

2. During the heated debate, their conversation turned into a cut-and-thrust of opposing viewpoints.

3. The city's market is a cut-and-thrust environment, with vendors hustling to attract customers and constantly adapting their strategies.

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