fight shy
idiomTo avoid meeting at a close distance or at close quarters; to keep out of reach, to avoid.
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bun fight
A debate or disagreement, usually with several parties involved, often political in nature.
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few cards shy of a full deck
Mentally deranged; demented; insane.
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fight a losing battle
To attempt a task or other endeavor in which there is no chance that it will succeed.
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fight fire with fire
To respond to an attack with a similar or identical counter-attack (e.g. to respond to gunfire with reciprocal gunfire).
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fight fires
To deal with urgent matters and minor emergencies rather than longer-term work.
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fight for one's life
To be in danger of dying (as a result of injury, illness etc.).
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fight one's corner
To vigorously promote or defend one's interests, views, etc.
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shy bladder
An inability to urinate in the presence of others.