David and Goliath
/ˌdeɪvɪd ənd ɡəˈlaɪəθ/
a confrontation where a small underdog faces a powerful opponent
David and Goliath in a sentence
“The startup's David and Goliath battle with the tech giant.”
Origin of David and Goliath
1 Samuel 17: young David defeats the giant Goliath
Related Words
the eleventh hour
the last possible moment
a cross to bear
a burden or trial one must endure
wolf in sheep's clothing
someone who appears harmless but is actually dangerous
a house divided
an organization or group weakened by internal conflict
the writing on the wall
an omen of doom or inevitable defeat
a Judas
a betrayer, especially one who appears loyal