Idiom idiom
slug it out
Meaning
To have an intense argument or fight until one side prevails.
Meaning adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Examples
“The two rivals decided to slug it out in the ring.”
“The two candidates refused to compromise and chose to slug it out during the final debate.”
“Rather than seeking a diplomatic resolution, the two corporations chose to slug it out in court for years until one finally faced bankruptcy.”
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Last updated August 10, 2026