bite
verb (used with object)
to cut, wound, or tear with the teeth.
Example Sentences
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In 2017, British Airways apologised to a family travelling from Vancouver to London, after they were left covered in bug bites from an overnight flight.
From BBC ● Oct. 12, 2026
But other than avoiding tick bites, there’s no obvious solution.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 4, 2026
The technology emerged from research focused on making military uniforms more resistant to mosquito bites and improving comfort for soldiers wearing body armor.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 1, 2026
Plus, mac and cheese grows up as Barilla bites on healthier Goodles.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 8, 2026
This couch had a bunch of big bites taken out of it by hungry nanuqs.
From "Two Degrees" by Alan Gratz
