expression, ichidan verb
resort to violence; take drastic action
Used when someone takes an extreme, often violent or reckless measure, typically in a political, military, or confrontational context. The phrase implies a sudden, forceful move beyond normal bounds.
政府が暴挙に出る前に、国際社会は圧力をかけるべきだ。
The international community should apply pressure before the government resorts to violence.
彼は交渉が決裂すると、ついに暴挙に出た。
When negotiations broke down, he finally took drastic action.