the cut and thrust of (something)

The dynamic back-and-forth activity of something, typically the discussion in a debate or argument. These pundits seem to thrive on the cut and thrust of on-air debates, but I find that kind of discussion to be unhelpful.

See also: and, cut, of, thrust

See also:

cat-and-mouse game
thrust
thrust at
thrust at (someone or something)
thrust in
draw forth
thriller-diller
the cut and thrust
cut and thrust
thrust into (someone or something)

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