come out swinging

/K AH1 M AW0 T S W IH0 NG IH0 NG/

verb

1
(idiomatic) To display spunk and strength of character, especially when rising above or when fighting back against trouble or adversity.
2
(idiomatic) To initiate an encounter or interaction by behaving in an unrestrainedly aggressive, confrontational, or accusatory manner.

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