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
KayleeKAY-leeEnglish (Modern)
ReillyRIE-leeEnglish (Modern)
Oluwaseun-Western African, Yoruba
Michelangelomee-KE-lahn-je-loItalian
Fidelis-Late Roman
İPek-Turkish