(be) spoiling for
Definition of (be) spoiling for
: to have a strong desire for (something, such as a fight) They are spoiling for an argument. The team is spoiling for a rematch.
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spoilplay spoiling
: plunder taken from an enemy in war or from a victim in robbery : loot
: spoliation, plundering
: the act of damaging : harm, impairment
: despoil, strip
: pillage, rob
: to seize by force
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