TAKE UP THE CUDGELS


Meaning of TAKE UP THE CUDGELS in English

phrasal

: to engage vigorously in a defense (as of a person, a principle) especially in argument or debate — usually used with for

will gladly take up the cudgels for you, if you'll just send in your arguments — Wilson Library Bulletin

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