come out swinging

== English == === Etymology === 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. === Pronunciation === === Verb === come out swinging (third-person singular simple present comes out swinging, present participle coming out swinging, simple past came out swinging, past participle come out swinging) (idiomatic) To initiate an encounter or interaction by behaving in an unrestrainedly aggressive, confrontational, or accusatory manner. (idiomatic) To display spunk and strength of character, especially when rising above or when fighting back against trouble or adversity. ==== Related terms ==== come back swinging