noun as in strong fondness

Strongest matches

open combat, out in the open

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Example:Unlike the political skiamachy that had been brewing, the Exhibition opened with a series of open combats and debates.

Definition:A direct and unhidden confrontation or struggle, typically in an open and public arena.

From open combat

Example:While most of the negotiations were in closed sessions, it seemed that some of the politicians preferred to conduct what they call open combat in the public sphere.

Definition:Visible or apparent to all, often used to contrast with covert or hidden activities.

From out in the open