no-holds-barred

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Recent Examples of no-holds-barred David Fincher's 1999 big screen adaptation of author Chuck Palahniuk's 1996 novel opened in U.S. theaters 25 years ago today, wowing audiences with its distinctive style and no-holds-barred — if frequently misunderstood — examination of modern masculinity. John Russell, People.com, 15 Oct. 2024 But the seething energy shared between the various women in the film reaches operatic fever pitch, Close going no-holds-barred with Day and a combative Mo’Nique as a semi-sympathetic social worker. Nicholas Bell, SPIN, 4 Sep. 2024 The no-holds-barred, no gloves, everything-goes fighting had been happening in Brazil for many years. Kyle Newman, The Denver Post, 13 Apr. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for no-holds-barred
Adjective
  • This comprehensive approach has led to a stronger core of internal talent at Aflac. Data and AI as Business Drivers Aflac has long been a pioneer in artificial intelligence, implementing solutions to improve claims quality and auto-adjudicate lower-risk claims.
    Peter High, Forbes.com, 30 Mar. 2025
  • Without a comprehensive impact study on the risks of displacement, this project cannot be responsibly approved.
    Aimee Rosato, New York Daily News, 30 Mar. 2025
Adjective
  • That sometimes interferes with their ability to conduct a thorough audit, because in their mind the risks of UNAX outweigh the benefit to their examination.
    Bruce Brumberg, Forbes.com, 31 Mar. 2025
  • The shelter wrote on Facebook that the three animals received thorough veterinary checkups and treatments to address their minor health issues.
    Charlotte Phillipp, People.com, 31 Mar. 2025
Adjective
  • The stunning dress — complete with ruching detail on the bodice and a sweetheart V-neck — takes Vivian from a duckling to a swan, leaving everyone (including Edward) in awe while on a date at the opera to watch a performance of Verdi's La Traviata.
    Andrea Wurzburger, People.com, 23 Mar. 2025
  • And her fashion sense is impeccable, too, wearing everything from a stylish black Prada dress to a ginger top and miniskirt, complete with a distinctive gold chain necklace.
    EW.com, EW.com, 23 Mar. 2025

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“No-holds-barred.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/no-holds-barred. Accessed 3 Apr. 2025.

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