David and Goliath
adjective/ˌdeɪvɪd ən ɡəˈlaɪəθ/
/ˌdeɪvɪd ən ɡəˈlaɪəθ/
- used to describe a situation in which a small or weak person or organization tries to defeat another much larger or stronger opponent
- The match looks like being a David and Goliath contest.
Word OriginFrom the Bible story in which Goliath, a giant, is killed by the boy David with a stone.Want to learn more?
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