jump down someone's throat



jump down someone's throat

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.
See also: down, jump, throat

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
MaileMIE-leHawaiian
Aveza-Ancient Germanic
Saveliy-Russian
Loann-French
Timo (2)TEE-moGerman, Dutch
Anu (1)AH-nooFinnish, Estonian