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cut and thrust of

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the cut and thrust of something
lively discussion or activity. James enjoys the cut and thrust of debating.
See also: cut


the cut and thrust of something
the different opinions expressed with enthusiasm. I don't mind the cut and thrust of argument, but I prefer friendlier and more relaxed conversation.
See also: cut


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Great tails lashed in frenzied anger about us, razor-like talons cut our limbs and bodies, and a green and sticky syrup, such as oozes from a crushed caterpillar, smeared us from head to foot, for every cut and thrust of our longswords brought spurts of this stuff upon us from the severed arteries of the plant men, through which it courses in its sluggish viscidity in lieu of blood.
 
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