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jump down someone's throat

verb

Definitions

  1. To criticise with excessive and unexpected harshness.

    • Try to remember next time, but don’t fret — I won’t jump down your throat if you forget.
    • Opposing counsel has a right to question you, and if you respond with smart talk or give evasive answers, opposing counsel may jump down your throat.
    • ‘Thanks, Jean,’ he said. ‘Mike I'm sorry. I didn't mean to jump down your throat. Thanks for the advice. I will be careful.’

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