bite
Example Sentences
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It’s an important narrative ripple that’s demoted to a thematic layer, but the film maintains its bite.
From Salon • Apr. 3, 2026
"It could come back to bite us down the road."
From Barron's • Apr. 2, 2026
Ventura County reported four rattlesnake bite incidents since March 14, compared to a total of nine in 2025.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026
The economy has several vulnerabilities that could erupt as high oil prices bite.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026
Sam asked gloomily, reaching for another bite of yucko cold spinach.
From "All About Sam" by Lois Lowry
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