Meaning of 'All's fair in love and war'
What does the saying 'All's fair in love and war' mean?
Idiom: All's fair in love and war
Meaning:
This idiom is used to say that where there is conflict, people can be expected to behave in a more vicious way.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: War, weapons and conflict |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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