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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 How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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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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