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Fight tooth and nail

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Visual Imagery

The phrase paints a vivid picture of a person using their teeth and nails, suggesting intense effort or aggression.

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During the debate, he fought tooth and nail to defend his point.
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Extreme Measures

It implies doing everything possible, sparing no effort, to achieve a goal, almost like a last resort.

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To protect her family, she would fight tooth and nail.
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Intensity

The phrase reflects a very high level of determination, beyond ordinary effort.

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He fought tooth and nail to overcome the obstacles in his way.
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