hit back
US /hɪt bæk/
UK /hɪt bæk/
1.
反击, 回击
to retaliate or respond to an attack or criticism with a similar action
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When he was insulted, he immediately hit back with a sharp remark.
当他受到侮辱时，他立刻用尖锐的言辞反击。
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The team hit back with two goals in the second half.
下半场球队反击打入两球。