blood-and-thunder
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That was recognition of what was at stake, by a crowd who played a massive part in a blood-and-thunder victory, which closed the gap on Leeds and Burnley to two points.
From BBC • May 1, 2022
“Spartacus,” released in 1960, was Mr. Douglas’s third blood-and-thunder spectacle set in the ancient past.
From New York Times • Feb. 5, 2020
It is a testament to Barry’s longevity, adaptability and quality that he has lasted so long in the fast-paced, blood-and-thunder world of English soccer.
From Washington Times • Sep. 21, 2017
It felt unusual, for example, to see both teams in a blood-and-thunder English cup tie playing with three-man defences.
From The Guardian • Oct. 26, 2016
He played a blood-and-thunder hymn, and Mrs. Cobb clapped to it.
From "Lizzie Bright and the Buckminster Boy" by Gary D. Schmidt
