Phrase: "I hold no brief for..."

Posted by Patty on May 25, 2001

A number of times I've heard people say "I hold no brief for [such and such]"... at least I believe I've got the phrase right. Is this the correct wording? And what does it mean? Why is it worded this way? -Patty

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