What is another word for bites?

Pronunciation: [bˈa͡ɪts] (IPA)

'Bites,' is quite a common term used to describe the act of sinking one's teeth into something. However, there are many synonyms that can be used instead of just 'bites,' such as nibbles, chomps, gnaws, chews, snaps, and crunches. Depending on the situation or the kind of food involved, each of these synonyms may be more appropriate to use. For example, 'nibbles' may be used to describe light bites, whereas 'chomps' may be used for more aggressive bites. Using synonyms can help to add variety and richness to your language while still conveying the same meaning and intention.

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What are the hypernyms for Bites?

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Usage examples for Bites

Poison has its advantages, for it does not bark when it bites, but it lacks range, and henceforth I carry a gun.
"The Mystery of the Locks"
Edgar Watson Howe
Two or three bites make a whole limb swell; therefore travellers, bring mosquito curtains if you travel here for pleasure.
"From Edinburgh to India & Burmah"
William G. Burn Murdoch
When The Tooth bites, it bites hard.
"The Luck of Gerard Ridgeley"
Bertram Mitford

Famous quotes with Bites

  • Well, I think we tried very hard not to be overconfident, because when you get overconfident, that's when something snaps up and bites you.
    Neil Armstrong
  • But the Republican right-wing agenda, these people - Arnold and his patrons - felt it could be accomplished by circumventing the Legislature and spending money and organizing and giving sound bites.
    Warren Beatty
  • A man begins cutting his wisdom teeth the first time he bites off more than he can chew.
    Herb Caen
  • Just write about what bites you and damn the rest.
    Jonathan Carroll
  • The life of an uneducated man is as useless as the tail of a dog which neither covers its rear end, nor protects it from the bites of insects.
    Chanakya

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