rope-a-dope
rope-a-dope · rope-a-dopes
A technique in which the boxer assumes a defensive stance against the ropes and…A technique in which the boxer assumes a defensive stance against the ropes and absorbs an opponent's blows, hoping to exploit eventual tiredness or a mistake.
Meaning
2 sensesA technique in which the boxer assumes a defensive stance against the ropes and absorbs an opponent's blows, hoping to exploit eventual tiredness or a mistake.
(figuratively)Any strategy where an apparently losing position is assumed in the hope of eventual victory.
More definitions
- a boxing tactic: pretending to be trapped against the ropes while your opponent wears themself out throwing punches
Origin
See Rope-a-dope.See Rope-a-dope.
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Forms
plural: rope-a-dopes| Singular | rope-a-dope |
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