"Shoot from the hip" is a figurative expression that means speaking or acting in a reckless or impulsive manner without careful consideration. Here are some synonyms for the phrase:
1. Impulsive - Acting without thinking things through.
2. Hasty - Done quickly without proper consideration.
3. Rash - Acting without thought or consideration of consequences.
4. Brash - Self-assertive in a rude, noisy, or overbearing way.
5. Impetuous - Acting or done quickly and without thought or care.
6. Spontaneous - Happening or arising without apparent external cause.
7. Improvised - Made up on the spot without preparation.
8. Unplanned - Not thought out or decided beforehand. These synonyms can be used interchangeably to convey the same meaning as "shoot from the hip".