(drew the sword and) threw away the scabbard In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "(drew the sword and) threw away the scabbard", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

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2021-12-18 10:12

Meaning of (drew the sword and) threw away the scabbard (redirected from (draw the sword and) throw away the scabbard )

(draw the sword and) throw away the scabbard expression informal old-fashioned saying

To approach or prepare for a fight or military action with no intention of peacefully ending it.

We've seen the consequences of having a leader who throws away the scabbard—why it's we've been at war for over four decades.

Many people will sacrifice themselves if he draws the sword and throws away the scabbard as he heads into this unjust war.

Other phrases about:

go down swinging/fighting

to fight until the very end

It takes two to make a quarrel

When an argument or a fight occurs, both parties involved are responsible for it.

a fight to the finish

A fight, match or contest between two groups or people which may only end with the complete defeat of one side.

fight like a lion

To fight in a fierce and brave way

to make the feathers/fur fly

To cause an argument or a fight

Grammar and Usage of (draw the sword and) throw away the scabbard

Verb Forms

(draws the sword and) throws away the scabbard
(drew the sword and) threw away the scabbard
(drawing the sword and) throwing away the scabbard

The verbs "draw" and "throw" should be conjugated according to its tense.

Origin of (draw the sword and) throw away the scabbard

This expression is derived from the proverb "he who draws his sword against his prince must throw away the scabbard." It implies that the individual in issue has no option but to fight.