fight back
Example Sentences
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It needs to fight back, against all reason, logic and possibility.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 2, 2026
“My generation needs to give back more. We need to stand up more. We need to fight back more. We need to be more like Fred.”
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 17, 2026
Say what you will about UFC fighters, but at least the weight class means they’re required to take on opponents who can fight back.
From Salon • Jun. 17, 2026
Meanwhile, terrestrial carriers are looking to fight back and the Federal Communications Commission is auctioning more spectrum, too.
From Barron's • Jun. 15, 2026
On the YouTube video of my beam routine, you can actually see my face crumple as I fight back tears.
From "Courage to Soar" by Simone Biles
