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gloves are off

To argue or compete without regard to one's actions or feelings
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The gloves are off in this match; both teams are purposefully committing fouls against opposing players!'

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Submitted on July 07, 2010

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gloves are offFrom the sport of boxing where competitors fistfight wearing padded gloves; removing the gloves during a fight could result in serious physical injury
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