- lit. to punch and kick (idiom); to beat up
- fig. determined to sort out a problem
Generated: This phrase describes a physical action involving violence, typically used to convey the act of aggressively attacking someone.
He was beaten up in the street.
Generated: This figurative use implies taking decisive action to resolve an issue, often with a sense of urgency or seriousness.
She decided to tackle the tricky problem with determination.