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Definition in the teeth of something in British English

in the teeth of something phrase

phrase
1

despite something such as problems or difficulties

Example

The bill was passed in the teeth of strong opposition.

Synonyms and related words
despite in spite of something nevertheless
2

against the force of a strong wind

Example

She struggled across the moor in the teeth of gale force winds.

Synonyms and related words
blow away blow off blow over
Definition in the teeth of something in British English