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jump down someone's throat

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  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.”


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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