Senses
弩张剑拔/ 弩張劍拔 at daggers drawn
Literally "bows drawn and swords unsheathed"; describing a situation that is extremely tense or on the verge of conflict; poised for war. Same as 剑拔弩张
弩张剑拔/ 弩張劍拔 bold and forceful
Describing calligraphy that is vigorous and powerful in its brushstrokes. Same as 剑拔弩张