How to Pronounce "come out swinging"
expression
KUHM owt SWING-ing
KUM owt SWING-ing
Definition
To start something in a very aggressive, energetic, or determined way, usually to defend yourself or fight back against criticism or challenges.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkəm/ /ˈaʊt/ /ˈswɪŋɪŋ
British English
kˈʌm/ /ˈaʊt/ /ˈswɪŋɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KUHM owt SWING-ing
UK
KUM owt SWING-ing
Listen in Context
The new player came out swinging in his first game.
When the company was criticized, they came out swinging with a strong response.
She came out swinging during the interview to defend her ideas.
If you want to win this debate, you’ll have to come out swinging.