Be at each other’s throats

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idiom

To be arguing or fighting a lot.

The brothers are always at each other's throats, they can never agree on anything.
Visual representation of "be at each other’s throats" - To be arguing or fighting a lot

Often appears as...

  • always at each other’s throats
  • brothers at each other’s throats

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Colloquial, Idiomatic

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Metaphorical Use

This phrase is used metaphorically and does not involve physical violence but intense disagreement or conflict.

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Whenever politics is discussed, my friends are at each other's throats.
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Negative Emotion

This idiom expresses a strong and hostile negativity between people; it suggests extreme antagonism.

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The two politicians were at each other's throats during the debate.
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Colloquial Expression

It's a casual expression and may not be suitable for formal or professional contexts.

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I wouldn't say those two colleagues are at each other's throats in front of our boss.
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