Meaning of the word "bite your tongue" in English
What does "bite your tongue" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
bite your tongue
US /baɪt jʊər tʌŋ/
UK /baɪt jʊər tʌŋ/
Idiom
1.
to make a conscious effort to avoid saying something that you want to say, often because it would be inappropriate or cause trouble
Example:
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I had to bite my tongue to keep from telling him what I really thought.
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She wanted to argue, but decided to bite her tongue.
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