Pull punches

verb

Word Frequency: 0.0

Definitions

1.verb(originally boxing) To avoid using a high level of force when punching.

2.verb(often in the negative) To act with reserve; especially, to word something delicately to avoid giving offense or inciting anger.

"I did not pull any punches when I told them my thoughts."

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