jump down someone's throat

Cultural  

1. To answer or respond sharply or angrily: “It's fine if you don't agree with me, but you don't have to jump down my throat.”

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jump down someone's throat Idioms  

1. Strongly criticize, reprimand or disagree with someone. For example, Just because I admitted to being there, you needn't jump down my throat. [Late 1800s] Also see jump all over someone.

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