Come out swinging In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "come out swinging", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Julia Huong calendar 2021-09-11 11:09

Meaning of Come out swinging

Variants:

come out fighting

Come out swinging American verb phrase

To compete or defend someone or something in a strong or forceful way

This technology company is coming out swinging against allegations of fraud and identity theft.

After her proposal was met with a volley of criticisms, she came out swinging on social media.

Other phrases about:

go down swinging/fighting
to fight until the very end
It takes two to make a quarrel

When an argument or a fight occurs, both parties involved are responsible for it.

a fight to the finish
A fight, match or contest between two groups or people which may only end with the complete defeat of one side.
I Wasn't Born Yesterday
Used to show that you are not a fool and are not easy to be deceived
fight like a lion

To fight in a fierce and brave way

Grammar and Usage of Come out swinging

Verb Forms

  • came out swinging
  • comes out swinging
  • coming out swinging
  • to come out swinging

The verb "come" should be conjugated according to its tense.

Origin of Come out swinging

This phrase originated in boxing. It refers to a boxer who starts a match by firing fists unrestrainedly. 

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TODAY
One for the Money, Two for the Show
Used as a countdown to begin something
Example: Don't be afraid, just do it! I'll count, one for the money, two for the show, three to get ready, and four to go, go!
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