"All is fair in love and war". Etymology

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Asked by aya raketera on 17 Jul 10:38

Last updated by Jill W on 24 Feb 21:13

Answered by Jill W on 24 Feb 21:13

The earliest use of the phrase can be found in John Lyly's "Euphues".

"The rules of fair play do not apply in love and war."