to the death

idiom

: until someone is dead

The warriors would fight to the death.

a battle to the death

: with all of one's energy and effort

Some parents do not want the school to be closed, and say they'll fight to the death for it.

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The Baltimore Police Department is seeking the identities of a group caught on camera in connection to the death of a 28-year-old woman on Nov. 17. —

Racquel Bazos, Baltimore Sun, 27 Nov. 2024 Meanwhile, Macrinus takes control of the remaining Roman army, and the two fight to the death, with Lucius eventually emerging victorious. Strength and honor! —

Lauren Huff, EW.com, 23 Nov. 2024 No foul play is suspected in connection to the death of a 71-year-old Florida grandfather who was found dead in a closet at a nursing home, according to an autopsy. —

Abigail Adams, People.com, 21 Oct. 2024 In a statement attached to his divorce petition, Madsen alleges a pattern of abuse from his estranged spouse and accuses her of contributing to the death of their son. —

Edward Segarra, USA TODAY, 20 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for to the death

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