bite back

US /baɪt bæk/
UK /baɪt bæk/
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1.

反驳, 回击

to react to something negative or harmful by attacking or criticizing in return

:
She wanted to bite back at his rude comments but held her tongue.
她想反驳他粗鲁的评论,但忍住了。
The company's strong response helped them bite back against the negative publicity.
公司强有力的回应帮助他们反击了负面宣传。
2.

忍住, 抑制

to suppress or hold back a strong emotion, especially tears or anger

:
She had to bite back her tears during the emotional farewell.
在感人的告别中,她不得不忍住眼泪。
He managed to bite back his anger and remain calm.
他设法忍住了怒火,保持冷静。