1
as in edge
a harsh or sharp quality
the fall winds had a real bite
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2
as in mouthful
a small piece or quantity of food
had only a bite to eat before rushing off
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3
as in chill
an uncomfortable degree of coolness
weather with a bite that suggested winter was right around the corner
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informal + sometimes impolite
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Recent Examples of bite
Michael Ruiz, FOXNews.com, 18 Apr. 2025
The difference between commodity eggs and premium eggs from brands like Pete & Gerry’s and Nellie’s Free Range Eggs is evident in the first bite.
—Pete & Gerry's Contributor, Forbes.com, 17 Apr. 2025
Joe had bite wounds on his leg and abrasions on his head and was transported to a local hospital, but is expected to recover, the authorities told ABC News, which reported that the alligator has since been captured and euthanized.
—Sam Gillette, People.com, 16 Apr. 2025
Use in Energy Bites Energy bites are a versatile snack that can take on many flavors, and chia seeds are a nutrient-rich addition to these no-bake recipes.2 Mix 1–2 tablespoons of chia seeds into a base of oats, nut butter, and raisins or honey, then roll into bite-sized balls.
—Sohaib Imtiaz, Verywell Health, 16 Apr. 2025
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Noun
The motion comes a day after Judge Beverly Cannone denied a prosecution motion to exclude a defense expert on dog bites and partially granted a defense motion to limit testimony from a prosecution expert on the same topic.
—Michael Ruiz, FOXNews.com, 18 Apr. 2025
The difference between commodity eggs and premium eggs from brands like Pete & Gerry’s and Nellie’s Free Range Eggs is evident in the first bite.
—Pete & Gerry's Contributor, Forbes.com, 17 Apr. 2025
Joe had bite wounds on his leg and abrasions on his head and was transported to a local hospital, but is expected to recover, the authorities told ABC News, which reported that the alligator has since been captured and euthanized.
—Sam Gillette, People.com, 16 Apr. 2025
Use in Energy Bites Energy bites are a versatile snack that can take on many flavors, and chia seeds are a nutrient-rich addition to these no-bake recipes.2 Mix 1–2 tablespoons of chia seeds into a base of oats, nut butter, and raisins or honey, then roll into bite-sized balls.
—Sohaib Imtiaz, Verywell Health, 16 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bite
Noun
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Roberts has played several positions across the defensive front but has been primarily an edge defender.—
Mike DeFabo,
New York Times,
14 Apr. 2025
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The Karman Line, located 62 miles above Earth, demarcates the edge of space.—
Greg Wehner,
FOXNews.com,
14 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The pack of marine mammals eventually surfaced with mouthfuls of food.—
Brendan Rascius,
Miami Herald,
9 Apr. 2025
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Okay, that's quite an overflowing mouthful of potential pie-in-the-sky promise to chew on all at once.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
25 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Find out if these appetizers will survive the chill or thaw to a mushy mess.—
Taylor Tobin,
Southern Living,
18 Apr. 2025
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The rest of the crew chills on the beach, swimming and tanning and trying to recover their sanities.—
Rafaela Bassili,
Vulture,
15 Apr. 2025
Verb
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That’s the fun thing for me, is there’s no reason the next one couldn’t suck back in and be a chamber piece again.—
Mark Olsen,
Los Angeles Times,
14 Sep. 2022
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Despite its appearance, the hummingbird’s tongue doesn't suck up nectar like a drinking straw.—
National Geographic,
National Geographic,
13 Jan. 2023
Noun
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Felix Wicker Outdoor Side Table by Jake Arnold When hosting an outdoor soiree, include multiple places to rest nibbles and drinks.—
Monika Biegler Eyers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
26 Mar. 2025
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When your core temperature reaches 93, amnesia nibbles at your consciousness.—
Outside Online,
Outside Online,
19 Feb. 2025
Noun
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The backset's acidity lowers the mash's pH, which helps control unwanted bacterial growth.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
26 Apr. 2025
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May Boost Skin Health Topical apple cider vinegar is a popular natural skin treatment for acne and eczema based on the assumption that ACV’s acidity can balance pH levels and fight germs on the skin.—
Amy Brownstein, MS, RDN,
Verywell Health,
25 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The vampire audience, which at this point includes a couple characters who canonically have good taste, absolutely eats it up.—
Nate Jones,
Vulture,
18 Apr. 2025
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The $210 gourmet meal at the Avondale eatery will cater to a growing interest in weed and a declining taste for booze, chef Devon Quinn said.—
Robert McCoppin,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Apr. 2025
Noun
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This solid version is similarly lush, infusing a base of rose wax with the signature floral bouquet—think lily, iris, peony, and tons of slightly spice rose—along with vanilla and Tonka bean.—
Deanna Pai,
Vogue,
17 Apr. 2025
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There's an undercurrent of floral honeysuckle and a whisper of cardamom spice.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
16 Apr. 2025
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“Bite.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bite. Accessed 30 Apr. 2025.
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