NYT “OK, the gloves are off!” Crossword Clue Puzzle Answer from July 14, 2024
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Updated Jul 14, 2024
“OK, the gloves are off!” NYT Crossword Clue Answer
Let’s find the answers to “OK, the gloves are off!” NYT for the 14 July 2024 edition of NYT crossword puzzle. Answer Contains 5 letters. Start with I and end with N, and the possible solutions are IPPON,INURN,ITSON.
The answer is ITSON.
The crossword clue "‘OK, the gloves are off!’" corresponds to "ITSON." This expression is often used colloquially to indicate that a situation has become serious or competitive, and all inhibitions or restraints are lifted. It suggests a readiness to engage fully or aggressively in a challenge or conflict, akin to removing metaphorical gloves before a fight. In everyday language, "it's on" signifies a shift from casual or passive engagement to active participation, often with determination and resolve. By including this clue, the crossword puzzle prompts solvers to recognize idiomatic expressions and phrases that capture shifts in intensity or readiness for action in various contexts, from sports to interpersonal relationships.
This clue last seen in NYT Crossword Puzzle on July 14, 2024. You can also get all other NYT's Crossword clues hints and answers here.
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