take no prisoners

take no prisoners

if someone takes no prisoners, when they try to achieve something they are very determined and do not care about other people's feelings. When Eric's anger is aroused, he takes no prisoners.

See also: take

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take no prisoners

to be extremely determined to get what you want. In the big games against the best players, he takes no prisoners.

Usage notes: said about someone who is not worried about anyone's opinions of their actions

See also: take