Meanings
A reference to wrestling.
How to pronounce "go to the mat":
AU
To continue to struggle or fight until either victorious or defeated.
Example: "He was ready to go to the mat to keep the old color scheme."
Example Sentences
1
He was willing to go to the mat for his beliefs.
2
The lawyer assured his client that he would go to the mat to win the case.
3
She was ready to go to the mat to defend her reputation.
4
The politician decided to go to the mat to fight for her proposed legislation.
5
The coach encouraged his team to go to the mat and give it their all in the championship game.