come to blows

 

come to blows

= to have a physical fight 

While debating the upcoming election, Susan and her friend nearly came to blows over their conflicting views.

The legislators nearly came to blows while discussing the budget issues in the Legislative Council last week.

During the heated debate, the two candidates nearly came to blows over their differing policies.

At the protest, tensions ran high, and some demonstrators nearly came to blows with the police.

Some synonyms and antonyms for the phrase "come to blows":

Synonyms

Fight

Engage in combat

Come to blows with 

Antonyms

Make peace

Resolve differences 

Reach a compromise

Discuss civilly

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What does it mean when two people "come to blows"?

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A) They have a discussion.

B) They start fighting.

C) They shake hands.

D) They ignore each other.