take a sock at{v. phr.} To try to hit (someone) with the fist; swing or strike at; attack with the fists.
Bob was very angry and suddenly he took a punch at Fred. Johnny knocked my hat off, so I took a poke at him. I felt like taking a sock at Joe, but I kept my temper.See: TAKE A PUNCH AT.
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