claw your way back, into something, out of something, etc.
claw (one's) way
To do or gain something through intense effort. The phrase is often followed by "back," "into," or "out of." If we score a goal this period, then we have a chance to claw our way back into this game. I'm broke and homeless—how am I going to claw my way out of this situation?
See also: claw, way
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
claw your way back, into something, out of something, etc.
gradually achieve something or move somewhere by using a lot of determination and effort: She clawed her way to the top of her profession. Slowly, he clawed his way out from under the collapsed building.See also: claw, of, out, way
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary
- (as) sure as eggs (is eggs)
- sure as eggs is eggs
- beck and call
- burner
- back burner
- backburner
- short hairs
- a penny for them
- rest in peace
- eggs is eggs