go to the mat

Example Sentences

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Were there ever things that you had to really go to the mat to fight for or that actually didn't make it?

From Salon • Nov. 29, 2023

“I will go to the mat to get rid of this cap,” Pollet said.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 9, 2023

While you’re at it, decide what you are willing to go to the mat for.

From Washington Post • Nov. 25, 2019

Canada isn't likely to have a major issue on the new auto rules, but is expected to go to the mat on at least two U.S. demands.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 16, 2018

He’s got to go to the mat with me and come up bloody enough to admit that he’s been in a ruction.

From The Law of Hemlock Mountain by Lundsford, Hugh