Expressions (phrases, clauses, etc.), Ichidan verb
to be a good match (for); to stand a chance (against); to be able to compete (with); to hold one's own
oft. in the neg.
警察はそういう暴力と太刀打ち出来なかった。The police were unable to cope with such violence.
Also written 太刀打ち出来る【たちうちできる】