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Definition fight back in British English

fight back phrasal verb

phrasal verb
1

to hit or kick someone who is attacking you

Example

The course teaches women how to fight back if attacked.

Synonyms and related words
hit smack bludgeon kick fight back boot
2

to try to stop someone who has criticized you, or something that has harmed you

Example

The concert organizers have fought back against their critics.

Synonyms and related words
retaliate pay back get back at
3

if you fight back an emotion, you try very hard not to show it

Example

Mary bit her lip and fought back her tears.

Synonyms and related words
manage suppress deal with
Definition fight back in British English