Combat Vocabulary

verb to release or throw something with force or aggression

• The archer let fly at the target with precision.
• I let fly at the basketball hoop and surprisingly made the shot.
• She let fly at him with a fierce comeback during the argument.
• After years of holding back, she finally let fly at her emotions and cried uncontrollably.

adjective describing the state of being fully prepared or ready for action

• The soldiers were locked and loaded, ready to engage in combat.
• I'm all locked and loaded for the big game tonight.
• We're locked and loaded to party this weekend.
• She walked into the meeting room locked and loaded with ideas to present.