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loaded for bear

Mentally prepared for a daunting situation or confrontation.

Etymology:

  • An allusion to equipping oneself with the sort of heavy weaponry suitable for hunting large game.
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loaded for bearThoroughly equipped, as for a demanding task or confrontation.
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