Example: Malgré les refus, il est revenu à la charge plusieurs fois.
Definition
"Revenir à la charge" means to persistently return to a topic or issue, especially after initial rejection or refusal, in order to try again or press for a resolution. It implies repeated efforts despite obstacles or setbacks.
Translations
To come back to the issue
Insistir de nuevo
Er opnieuw op terugkomen
Tornar-hi
Erneut darauf zurückkommen
Etymology
The phrase "Revenir à la charge" originates from a military context where 'charger' meant to attack or charge. 'Revenir à la charge' literally means to come back to the attack. Over time, it evolved into a metaphor for persistently returning to an argument or issue. Did you know? The word 'charge' also influenced terms like 'charge' in English, related to attacks or responsibilities.
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To come back to the issue