with a vengeance

phrase

1

: with great force or vehemence

undertook reform with a vengeance

2

: to an extreme or excessive degree

the tourists are back—with a vengeance

Examples of with a vengeance in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

After a brief respite in the 2010s when body-positivity and neutrality were in vogue, the pendulum has swung back with a vengeance. — Rebecca Firkser, Bon Appetit Magazine, 22 Oct. 2026

Malachi Toney back with a vengeance Toney had his least productive game of the season against Clemson. — Adam Lichtenstein, Sun Sentinel, 18 Oct. 2026

Winter is gearing up to arrive with a vengeance with above-normal snowfall predicted to hit major ski destinations across the country, including in California, Utah, and Colorado. — Alison Fox, Travel + Leisure, 4 Sep. 2026

This time, France has returned with a vengeance — particularly thanks to Kylian Mbappé, who's responsible for eight goals. — Juliana Kim, NPR, 14 July 2026