ON THE ___ (CLOSE TO DEFEAT) Crossword Clue
ON THE ___ (CLOSE TO DEFEAT) Crossword Clue
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Crossword Puzzle Infos
The term 'ON THE ROPES' (close to defeat) is a phrase used to describe someone who is in a difficult situation and close to being defeated. It is often used in sports, but can also be used in other contexts. The phrase is derived from boxing, where a fighter who is close to being knocked out is said to be 'ON the ropes'.