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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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
Jake Parks, Discover Magazine, 11 Nov. 2024
Also, a grand opening party for PILLAR with entertainment, including an appearance by the Arizona Cardinals cheerleaders and bites from POMO Pizzeria, is scheduled for Nov. 15 from 5 to 7 p.m.
RED recently located its headquarters to the Biltmore property.
—Russ Wiles, The Arizona Republic, 11 Nov. 2024
Dave & Buster's Election Day discount Dave & Buster's has $5 beers on Election Day, $5 late night bites after 10pm and other specials.
—Kelly Tyko, Axios, 5 Nov. 2024
The goal is to achieve a juicy look, characterized by an imprecise and slightly smudged application, reminiscent of the resulting lip tint after taking a bite of fruit.
—Beatrice Zocchi, Vogue, 5 Nov. 2024
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Avoid squeezing the tick’s body too hard, as this can push bacteria or viruses into the bite site.
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—Jake Parks, Discover Magazine, 11 Nov. 2024
Also, a grand opening party for PILLAR with entertainment, including an appearance by the Arizona Cardinals cheerleaders and bites from POMO Pizzeria, is scheduled for Nov. 15 from 5 to 7 p.m.
RED recently located its headquarters to the Biltmore property.
—Russ Wiles, The Arizona Republic, 11 Nov. 2024
Dave & Buster's Election Day discount Dave & Buster's has $5 beers on Election Day, $5 late night bites after 10pm and other specials.
—Kelly Tyko, Axios, 5 Nov. 2024
The goal is to achieve a juicy look, characterized by an imprecise and slightly smudged application, reminiscent of the resulting lip tint after taking a bite of fruit.
—Beatrice Zocchi, Vogue, 5 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bite
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Greg Alder has had great success growing raspberries on the eastern edge of large trees.Joshua Siskin, Orange County Register, 14 Nov. 2024
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Ribbons marked the edge of the area that will be logged.April Ehrlich, ProPublica, 12 Nov. 2024
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Yes, there’s a demonic agent of chaos with six limbs and a mouthful of huge teeth.Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 26 July 2024
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In order to catch liars, the ancient Chinese would sometimes give the accused a mouthful of uncooked rice during interrogation—and then ask the person to open wide.Susan Saulny, Smithsonian Magazine, 22 Oct. 2024
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Some people can just watch election results roll in and chill.Bethy Squires, Vulture, 5 Nov. 2024
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So take a deep breath with me, count to 10 and check out these different ways to keep your chill while the world seemingly falls apart.Hunter Clauss, Los Angeles Times, 4 Nov. 2024
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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
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The mega-deal will create a global snacks behemoth, adding a bevy of new nibbles to Mars’ portfolio of brands, which includes Snickers, M&M’s, and the Mars bar.Hanna Ziady, CNN, 14 Aug. 2024
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Sit down for an aperitivo—perhaps a Negroni or spritz accompanied by delicious canapes and nibbles—at San Carlo.The Bon Appétit Staff & Contributors, Bon Appétit, 7 Oct. 2024
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This results in wines with bright acidity and complex flavor profiles that genuinely express the land.Noel Burgess, Forbes, 2 Nov. 2024
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Buy Now: $55 Acumen 2021 Peak Cabernet Franc Atlas Peak Napa Valley California Grapes growing in Acumen’s Atlas Peak vineyards generally experience temperatures that are five to 10 degrees cooler than the valley floor, which imparts a pronounced sense of freshness and balanced acidity.Mike DeSimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 24 Oct. 2024
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How to be a better gift-giver Individual tastes in gifts can vary greatly, but there are some broad strokes of what people tend to appreciate.Whizy Kim, Vox, 19 Nov. 2024
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True freedom is not available to Aaron, not now and maybe not ever, and this little taste of it feels too good to let go.Ben Rosenstock, Vulture, 12 Nov. 2024
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This was intended to be a narrow loophole, an exception for things that truly have general recognition of safety: things like spices or vinegar or flour or table salt.Jonquilyn Hill, Vox, 5 Nov. 2024
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But so too are the red onions, which add a punch of sweetness and spice.Keith Pandolfi, The Enquirer, 5 Nov. 2024
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“Bite.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bite. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.
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