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come out swinging

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  • verb idiomatic To initiate an encounter or interaction by behaving in an unrestrainedly aggressive, confrontational, or accusatory manner.
  • verb idiomatic To display spunk and strength of character, especially when rising above or when fighting back against trouble or adversity.

Etymologies

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An allusion to the behavior of a boxer who immediately begins a boxing match or a round of a match by aggressively throwing punches in an unrestrained manner.

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