yǎo​yá

clench teeth

Senses

咬牙 yǎo​yá clench teeth

verb · To press one's teeth together tightly or grind them, typically as a result of anger, determination, or physical pain.

他咬牙坚持跑完了最后一百米。

咬牙 yǎo​yá gnaw

verb · To bite or chew on something persistently.

他咬牙坚持跑完了最后的一公里。

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