Lance the boil In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "lance the boil", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Jenne Phuong calendar 2022-03-24 06:03

Meaning of Lance the boil

Lance the boil verb phrase

To take a decisive and dramatic action with the aim of solving a problem or ending an undesirable situation

I order you guys to lance the boil of this scandal in advance of the important event.

The government had an intention of lancing the boil of political riots before the election day was held.

You need to lance the boil of your own messy private life, or else she will never accept your proposal.

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drastic times call for drastic measures

When you experience extreme and undesirable situations, it is probably essential to take extreme actions

blind impulse

A desire to do something, which is random, sudden and unaccountable

make up leeway

To overcome some disadvantage or get out of a bad situation when you have already lost a lot of time for it

swing into action
Quickly start working or operating
a golden key can open any door
Anything can be accomplished with sufficient money (or the promise of it)

Grammar and Usage of Lance the boil

Verb Forms

  • lanced the boil
  • lances the boil
  • lancing the boil
  • to lance the boil

The verb "lance" should be conjugated according to its tense.

Origin of Lance the boil

This phrase may come from the image that is of a boil being cut open with a lancet or other sharp surgical instrument, to release its pus.

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