Idioms and Phrases
Under arms — (in the army).
During the peace period the number of soldiers under arms is reduced to the minimum.
To bear arms — (carry arms).
During the national emergency, every Indian should know how to bear arms.
To argue into — (to persuade towards a course of action)
Whatever arguments you may give him, he is not going to argued into your sentiments.
To argue one out of — (to satisfy by reasoning against).
One cannot argue a drunkard out of his cup.
To fix up appointment — (to fix up an engagement with person at a particular time).
Please fix an appointment with th manager before you can see him.
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