fight back
The phrase "fight back" often conveys a sense of resistance or counteraction, whether physically, emotionally, or competitively.
Definition
B1General
(common)To resist an attack or challenge with force or determination.
Example
- Don't let them bully you. Fight back!
B2Emotional
(common)To struggle to repress or control one's emotions.
Example
- She fought back the tears during the sad movie.
B1Sports
(common)To make a new effort to overcome a deficit or challenge in a competitive setting.
Example
- They were losing at halftime but managed to fight back and win the game.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "fight back":
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