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jump down someone's throat
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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Idioms and Phrases
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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Tannehill said it has been easy for outsiders “to jump to conclusions and jump down someone’s throat” about the Titans’ actions.
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