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
Patricia S York, Southern Living, 27 June 2025
Guests will also enjoy BBQ bites, pop-up spirit tastings, and beat-the-heat party favors.
—Jeanne O'Brien Coffey, Forbes.com, 27 June 2025
Thus each bite feels like a cosmic, unreproducible convergence.
—Tom Downey, Smithsonian Magazine, 26 June 2025
There’s also an on-site bar/lounge serving wine, cocktails, and light bites, and a coffee shop and cafe located next door in the Salish Visitors Center.
—Elizabeth Brownfield, Forbes.com, 20 June 2025
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Noun
Salty bacon, savory shrimp, and spicy jalapeños pack tons of flavor into a single bite.
—Patricia S York, Southern Living, 27 June 2025
Guests will also enjoy BBQ bites, pop-up spirit tastings, and beat-the-heat party favors.
—Jeanne O'Brien Coffey, Forbes.com, 27 June 2025
Thus each bite feels like a cosmic, unreproducible convergence.
—Tom Downey, Smithsonian Magazine, 26 June 2025
There’s also an on-site bar/lounge serving wine, cocktails, and light bites, and a coffee shop and cafe located next door in the Salish Visitors Center.
—Elizabeth Brownfield, Forbes.com, 20 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bite
Noun
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The group assembled in Romare Bearden Park shortly after 6 p.m., just barely outnumbering a dozen city police officers stationed in clusters around the area’s edge.—
Lila Hempel-Edgers,
Charlotte Observer,
27 June 2025
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To get started, consider the following first steps: • Deploy in geographically diverse edge and core regions to avoid over-concentration.—
Mark Mahle,
Forbes.com,
27 June 2025
Noun
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Slightly nutty flavors in a crunchy, enticing mouthful of caramel and slight green apples in this Chardonnay.—
Tom Mullen,
Forbes.com,
15 June 2025
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Gilman nails all of it, chirping mouthfuls of dialogue in a manner that evades naturalism but still feels appropriate to this reflective-beyond-his-years kid.—
Joe Reid,
Vulture,
12 June 2025
Noun
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Monument Valley 3 – July 22 Release platforms: PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, PC The third game in the Monument Valley series promises to bring mind-bending puzzles and chill vibes to players, much like the first two games.—
Oliver Brandt,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 June 2025
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Two hours of chill time will give you a solid sangria, but the flavors really start to meld after about 8 hours in the refrigerator.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
28 June 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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Jan Dane of Stock Culinary Goods set up shop near the nibbles with stacks of issues 204 and 203 and Burlap & Barrel x SAVEUR spice blends.—
Madison Trapkin,
Saveur,
7 May 2025
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Pulling together a quick nibble to serve with a cocktail when the neighbors unexpectedly pop over for happy hour?—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
27 May 2025
Noun
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Avocado adds richness, cucumbers add crunch, and sweet, in-season tomatoes add a pop of bright acidity.—
Josh Miller,
Southern Living,
7 July 2025
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In the last couple of decades, the region has proven that international varieties such as Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Grigio, and Pinot Noir flourish here, particularly at higher elevations where cool nights preserve acidity and aromatics.—
Paul Caputo,
Forbes.com,
3 July 2025
Noun
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The variant has similar symptoms to other strains, including fever or chills, cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, sore throat, congestion or a runny nose, new loss of taste or smell, fatigue, muscle or body aches, headache, nausea or vomiting.—
Mary Walrath-Holdridge,
USA Today,
28 June 2025
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Smell and taste: If the peanut butter has an off taste or smell, discard.—
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
28 June 2025
Noun
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The blending of Mateo's alone already had me on its side, and then the punch of flavor without any lingering spice sold me.—
Katherine Polcari,
Southern Living,
28 June 2025
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This means that each botanical is macerated in the spirit for a different length of time and at a specific ABV, which Gabriel believes allows the flavor of the particular spice, herb, or flower to truly shine through.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
27 June 2025
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“Bite.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bite. Accessed 11 Jul. 2025.
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