der Rundumschlag
Translation
all-out attack, sweeping blow, indiscriminate criticism, broadside
Examples
Seine Rede war ein Rundumschlag gegen die Opposition.
His speech was an all-out attack on the opposition.
Der Chef holte zum verbalen Rundumschlag aus.
The boss launched into a sweeping verbal attack.
Grammar Patterns
an all-out attack on sb./sth. Seine Rede war ein Rundumschlag gegen die Opposition.
to launch into a sweeping attack Der Chef holte zum verbalen Rundumschlag aus.
Similar Words
Synonyms: general attack, sweeping criticism
Etymology
From 'Rundum' (all around) and 'Schlag' (blow, strike). Literally a 'blow all around'.
Memory Tips
Picture a fighter swinging a weapon 'all around' ('Rundum') to deliver a 'blow' ('Schlag') to everyone nearby.