no holds barred
US /noʊ hoʊldz bɑrd/
UK /noʊ hoʊldz bɑrd/
1.
sans retenue, sans limites, sans concession
with no rules or restrictions, especially in a fight or competition
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It was a no holds barred debate, with both sides attacking each other fiercely.
C'était un débat sans retenue, les deux parties s'attaquant férocement.
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The competition was no holds barred, and everyone fought to win.
La compétition était sans retenue, et tout le monde se battait pour gagner.