argue (one's) way out (of)



argue (one's) way out (of)

To escape a problem or punishment by a clever or otherwise effective argument or explanation. How did she argue her way out of yet another speeding ticket? I am absolutely furious with you; there is no way you can just argue your way out this time.
See also: argue, out, way

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
Gottschalk-German (Archaic)
LorenzLO-rentsGerman
Lucanus-Ancient Roman
Aucamanaw-oo-kaw-MAWNNative American, Mapuche
Venceslao-Italian
Katsuokah-tsoo-oJapanese