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gritted teeth

VERB

brace oneself

Synonyms

WEAK

set one's teeth steel oneself

Example Sentences

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At the centre of it all is Prince Andrew, saying nothing now apart from his terse statement, written through gritted teeth, about his titles.

From BBC • Oct. 18, 2025

She politely smiled through gritted teeth recently when a Chiefs fan asked for one.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 23, 2025

You can hear the dictated words coming through his gritted teeth as you read the statement.

From Slate • Mar. 9, 2024

Suddenly, the clouds darken, and Snoopy, with gritted teeth and a raised fist, lets his plane nosedive as he sprays rounds of invisible gunfire at the Red Baron, who is deftly maneuvering around him.

From Salon • Oct. 30, 2023

“Dad,” Stuart says through gritted teeth, banging his fork against his plate.

From "The Help" by Kathryn Stockett