fly at (someone or something)
To abruptly strike or attack someone or something. Out of nowhere, I heard shouts behind me as the two boys who had been arguing flew at each other. Didn't you hear what that jerk said about my mom? That's why I flew at him! Wow, that scrawny kid flew at the bully and actually took him down!
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fly at someone or something
to attack someone or something suddenly and violently. The angry bird flew at its attacker. She flew at him, threatening to scratch his eyes out.
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fly at
Attack fiercely, assault. For example, The dogs flew at each other's throats. [Late 1500s]
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fly at
v. To attack something or someone fiercely; assault someone or something: The dogs flew at each other's throats. My roommate flew at me in a fit of rage and ripped the letter from my hands.
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