slugfest
/ˈslʌɡˌfɛst/
noun
- A fight or contest, especially in sports, where both sides exchange many heavy blows or score many points.
- The boxing match turned into a slugfest, with both fighters landing huge punches.
- The basketball game was a real slugfest, ending with a score of 120–118.
- The debate became a slugfest as each candidate attacked the other's record.
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