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bite off verb

  /ˈbaɪˌtɒf/ , /ˈbaɪˌtɔːf/
  • To bite so hard as to remove something from its source.
 prendere
  • (transitive, idiomatic) To acquire, especially in an abrupt or forceful manner.
 afferrare
  • (transitive, idiomatic, sometimes followed by on) To accept or commit oneself to a task, project, notion, or responsibility, especially one which presents challenges.
 rompersi il culo
bite off more than one can chew
fare il passo più lungo della gamba
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