Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hammer-and-tongs
idiom
/ˈhæmər ənd tɔŋz/
Definition
With great energy or intensity; vigorously or forcefully.
Examples
- She argued with him hammer-and-tongs about the decision.
- They worked hammer-and-tongs to finish the project before the deadline.
Meaning
The phrase “hammer-and-tongs” is used to describe a situation where someone is doing something with great enthusiasm or effort, often with a sense of chaos or forcefulness.
Synonyms
- vehemently
- fiercely
- ardently
