bite back

verb

1. (tr, adverb) to restrain (a hurtful, embarrassing, or indiscreet remark); avoid saying

Example Sentences

But history makes one thing clear: when the policies start to bite, Big Food has the resources, the legal teams, and the political muscle to bite back harder.

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But watching huge crowds march through Budapest to celebrate gay pride, free speech and the right to assemble - all in defiance of the ban - many wonder: could the liberal worldview bite back?

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The captain's bite back at the media probably confirmed that Bethell will be in the squad for the first Test against India, but not the XI.

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With his father sat beside him, he refused to bite back and felt "no pressure" in a bid to extend his 23-fight unbeaten record.

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Find your Sunnyside — or whatever local dispensary stocks instant noodles with a cult following and sour candies that bite back.

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