The soldiers were armed to the teeth before the mission.
arm to the teeth
idiomTo equip thoroughly with weapons.
The bank robbers came armed to the teeth, carrying rifles and wearing bulletproof vests.
Fearing an imminent attack, the villagers armed themselves to the teeth with whatever weapons they could find — pitchforks, old hunting rifles, and sharpened tools.
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an arm and a leg
Usually used after the verb cost, but also often charge, pay, and spend: a very high price for an item or service; an exorbitant price
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arm candy
An attractive, seemingly romantic companion who accompanies a person in public solely so that one or both of the individuals can gain attention, enhance social status, or create an impression of sexual appeal.
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arm up
to supply, or be supplied with, arms (weapons)
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bare one's teeth
To show aggression.
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bone in her teeth
(of a boat or ship) A prominent bow wave (as a result of high speed).
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cast in someone's teeth
To accuse someone of something, or reproach them for it.
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Chalk Farm
[Cockney slang]arm
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cut one's teeth
To begin; to gain early experience.