fighting back
Example Sentences
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If a coyote attacks, the department recommends fighting back and then calling animal control or 911.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 19, 2026
Puerto has framed the suit as a way of fighting back against laws that she feels have compromised the future she wanted to give herself and her children.
From Slate ● Oct. 16, 2026
Sparks is fighting back by trying to restore Nike’s premium feel.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 28, 2026
"His wife had just given birth a month ago. He was so happy he was given a daughter," Cabilan said, fighting back tears.
From Barron's ● Sep. 12, 2026
And anyway, fighting back is what I’ve discovered I do best.
From "How I Live Now" by Meg Rosoff
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