Meaning of jump down someone's throat | Babel Free

Definitions

To criticise with excessive and unexpected harshness.

idiomatic

Equivalents

Examples

“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.’”

““I'm sorry I jumped on you — jumped down your throat,” he amended, feeling like a complete idiot.”

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