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show mercy

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    show mercy

    to show mercy, leniency, or forgiveness, often by restraining one's actions in competition or conflict

    他在比赛中毫不留情地击败了对手。

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    spare feelings

    to act with consideration for someone's feelings or reputation, especially when criticizing or correcting someone

    他说话太直,一点也不给人留情。

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