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Synonyms for pull punches

  • verb

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hold back mince words

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Verb

1. Hold back — to act with reserve; especially, to word something delicately to avoid giving offense or inciting anger

hold back, mince words

Definitions

  1. v. 1

    To act with reserve; especially, to word something delicately to avoid giving offense or inciting anger.

    Near-synonym: mince words

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Other spellings
pull one's punches