lay a glove on

/L EY1 AH0 G L AH0 V AA0 N/

verb

1
(boxing) To hit with a boxing glove.
2
(chiefly in the negative) To physically touch, especially in a way that causes hurt.
3
(by extension) To harm (someone's) reputation, to make an accusation stick.
4
To match, to provide with meaningful competition or be able to handle.

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