Definition of Throw down the gauntlet

1. Verb. (idiomatic) To issue a challenge. ¹

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Lexicographical Neighbors of Throw Down The Gauntlet

throw a spanner in the works
throw a tantrum
throw a wobbly
throw an eye
throw aside
throw away
throw away the key
throw back
throw caution to the wind
throw chunks
throw cold water on
throw dirt
throw dirt enough, and some will stick
throw down
throw down one's tools
throw down the gauntlet (current term)
throw enough mud at the wall, some of it will stick
throw enough mud at the wall and some of it will stick
throw for a loop
throw good money after bad
throw in
throw in at the deep end
throw in the bark
throw in the sponge
throw in the towel
throw in with
throw money away
throw off
throw off balance
throw off the trail

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