Tubthump

verb

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Verb
  1. 1
    To express a view or opinion in a needlessly dramatic or aggressive manner.

    "[…]tubthump to promote or draw attention to, from the ancient show business custom of actors wandering the streets banging on tubs to drum up business."

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"[…]tubthump to promote or draw attention to, from the ancient show business custom of actors wandering the streets banging on tubs to drum up business."

Etymology

Back-formation from tubthumping.

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