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to fight off
[phrase form: fight]
01
luchar contra, resistir
to resist or overcome a temptation, impulse, attack, etc.
Transitive: to fight off an urge
Example
He had to fight off the desire to procrastinate and stay focused on his work.
Despite the tempting offer, she managed to fight off the urge to indulge in unhealthy snacks.
The recovering addict worked hard to fight off cravings and stay committed to sobriety.
02
combatir, rechazar
to resist or defend against an attack or threat, whether physical or metaphorical
Transitive: to fight off an attack or threat
Example
He had to fight off a swarm of mosquitoes during the outdoor camping trip.
The hiker had to fight off exhaustion to reach the summit of the mountain.
In a competitive market, businesses need to fight off challenges to stay successful.
Ejemplo
He had to fight off the desire to procrastinate and stay focused on his work.
Despite the tempting offer, she managed to fight off the urge to indulge in unhealthy snacks.
The recovering addict worked hard to fight off cravings and stay committed to sobriety.
Students need to learn how to fight off distractions while studying for exams.
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