"To strike a tartar" is an idiom that means to encounter someone or something unexpectedly formidable or challenging, often in a situation where one might have underestimated the difficulty or strength involved. The phrase originates from the historical perception of the Tartars as fierce and formidable warriors. Essentially, it serves as a caution against underestimating opponents or challenges.
Encounter an unexpectedly formidable opponent after having become accustomed to mediocre opponent.
Yes, tartar is the correct spelling if you mean the build up of material on your teeth or a sauce for food. It is however tartare if you are referring to the raw meat dish, Tatar if you mean the original people of Russia, or tarter if you mean more tart (bitter)
Tartar control toothpastes help prevent tartar formation, but do not remove tartar once it has formed
Tartar snail
Tartar is not an animal your friend Lianah
Tartar Invasion was created in 1917.
In dentistry, tartar is calculus build-up that occurs on the teeth.
Tartar's Ferry Bridge was created in 1880.
Mehdi Tartar was born on 1972-09-24.
its marks every 3rd strike out
If you mean meringue, it is egg whites whipped with sugar and possibly cream of tartar and flavoring, usually vanilla
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