しのぎを削る【しのぎをけずる】
Frequency rank: 37,313. – 37,771.
- to compete ruthlessly; to sharpen swordsidiomatic expression
expressions (phrases, clauses, etc.); Godan verb with 'ru' ending
Generated: This phrase describes a fierce competition between individuals or groups, often implying that the competition is intense and unforgiving, much like dueling or warfare.