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Idiom: Come Out Swinging

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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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To initiate an encounter or interaction by behaving in an unrestrainedly aggressive, confrontational, or accusatory manner.

To display spunk and strength of character, especially when rising above or when fighting back against trouble or adversity.

Example Sentences

1
She was determined to come out swinging and prove her critics wrong.
2
Despite the pressure, the tennis player managed to come out swinging and win the match.

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