Phrasal Verb - Hitting back
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.Definition
To retaliate or respond forcefully or in kind to an attack, criticism, or provocation. This phrasal verb implies a defensive or counter-offensive action taken to protect oneself or to assert one's rights.
Examples
| No. | Example |
|---|---|
| 1 | After being bullied at work, John hit back with a stern letter to HR. |
| 2 | The politician hit back at her critics during a fiery press conference. |
| 3 | The victim hit back with a lawsuit against the perpetrator. |
| 4 | When confronted with insults, Sarah always hits back with wit and humor. |
| 5 | The company hit back against negative reviews with a public apology and a promise to improve. |
| 6 | The team hit back strongly in the second half of the game. |
| 7 | The president hit back at his opponents during the campaign debates. |
| 8 | Mary hit back at her ex-husband's accusations during the divorce proceedings. |
| 9 | The student hit back at the teacher's accusations during the disciplinary hearing. |
| 10 | The charity hit back against the allegations of mismanagement and corruption |