[draw] blood
1
to cause injury, harm, or pain in a physical struggle or conflict
- The attacker lunged forward with a knife, intending to draw blood.
- The battle was fierce, with both sides determined to draw blood and claim victory.
- The warrior sharpened his sword, eager to draw blood on the battlefield.
- The boxer was known for his aggressive fighting style, always aiming to draw blood from his opponents.
2
to cause emotional pain or to hurt someone's feelings through words or actions
- The heated argument between the friends drew blood, with both sides saying things they later regretted.
- His harsh criticism of her performance was unnecessary and only served to draw blood.
- The heated argument between the friends drew blood, with both sides saying things they later regretted.
- Their relationship was strained, and every disagreement seemed to draw blood, leaving emotional scars.
- She knew exactly how to draw blood with her words, hitting him where it hurt the most.