Round on

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To suddenly become angry and attack or criticize someone.

When he was accused of being late, he rounded on his accuser.
Visual representation of "round on" - to suddenly become angry and attack or criticize someone

Often appears as...

  • round on someone
  • round on him

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Colloquial

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Sudden Anger

Indicates an immediate, often unexpected reaction of anger, rather than a gradual build-up.

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She rounded on him after the sudden accusation.
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Emotionally Intense

Used for emphasizing strong and potentially confrontational responses which are emotionally charged.

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The manager rounded on the employee in front of everyone.
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Defensive Reaction

Often used when someone feels unfairly treated or accused and reacts defensively.

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He rounded on the critics who underestimated his work.
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