bite off

1. To bite so hard as to remove something from its source.

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   bite off with a quick bite

2. (идиома, иногда, переходный)To accept or commit oneself to a task, project, notion, or responsibility, especially one which presents challenges.

3. (идиома, переходный)To acquire, especially in an abrupt or forceful manner.

1. Tom has bitten off more than he can chew.

   Том откусил больше, чем может прожевать.

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2. You've bitten off more than you can chew.

   Ты откусил больше, чем смог проглотить.

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3. Don't bite off more than you can handle.

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4. Don't bite my head off.

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5. I will bite off just a little bit.

   Я откушу совсем чуть-чуть.

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неправильный · Урок

• bite offпринять, приниматьTo bite so hard as to remove something from its source.
• bite inTo corrode metallic plates by means of an acid, as part of an etching process.
• bite downTo bite (something) very hard and usually for a purpose (like to hold it in one's mouth).
• bite backTo retaliate; to give a sharp retort.