Pronunciation: /biːt bæk/
verb to defeat or repel an enemy or opponent
A1 The cat tried to beat back the dog that was chasing it.
A2 She used a broom to beat back the swarm of bees that had invaded her garden.
B1 The soldiers managed to beat back the enemy forces and secure the area.
B2 The firefighters worked tirelessly to beat back the raging flames and save the building.
C1 The political party was able to beat back the opposition in the recent election.
C2 Despite facing many challenges, the team was able to beat back their competitors and win the championship.
adverb in a manner that defeats or repels an enemy or opponent
A1 The cat beat back the dog with a loud hiss.
A2 She tried to beat back her tears as she said goodbye.
B1 The firefighters worked together to beat back the raging flames.
B2 The army was able to beat back the enemy forces and secure the city.
C1 Despite the setback, the team was determined to beat back their opponents in the next match.
C2 The politician's speech was able to beat back the criticisms and gain public support.
formal The soldiers were able to beat back the enemy forces with strategic maneuvers.
informal We managed to beat back the bullies by sticking together as a group.
slang We totally beat back those haters with our awesome comeback.
figurative She had to beat back her fears in order to pursue her dreams.
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