tooth and nail (Meaning)

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tooth and nail (r)

with force and ferocity

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with force and ferocity

all out, like crazy, to the hilt,full steam ahead, in full career, exhaustively, full blast, thoroughly,completely, extremely

No antonyms found.

The dog fought tooth and nail for its bone.

The firefighters battled the blaze tooth and nail.

The students worked tooth and nail to prepare for the exam.

They defended their home tooth and nail from intruders.