Hi Benoit M. I did a little research and didn't find it in any references. It does sound like it could have been, however. Good question!
Alan
10:16 AM
Meaning: seriously get on your case Rewrite 1: jump on your back Rewrite 2:swing at your head like a piñata Rewrite 3: beat on you like a hammer on an anvil Rewrite 4: throw your head like a bowling ball
Comment: This one was harder to rewrite than I thought it would be. There are probably lots of parts of the body to "jump on" when you want to show your anger, but most such metaphors sound as much like physical abuse as examples of how far you’re willing to go to show someone you’re serious about something.
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8:48 PM
Hi Benoit M. I did a little research and didn't find it in any references. It does sound like it could have been, however. Good question!
Alan
10:16 AM