beat back

• إجبار شخص أو شيء على التراجع أو الانسحاب، غالبًا باستخدام القوة أو المقاومة الشديدة؛ صد هجوم أو تقدم.

To force someone or something to retreat or withdraw, often by using physical force or strong resistance; to repel an attack or advance.

1. Repel or force to retreatB2formal

   To force someone or something to move backward, especially in a conflict or competition.

   صد الهجوم

   • The army managed to beat back the enemy forces.
   • She beat back her competitors to win the championship.
   • The firefighters beat back the flames before they spread.

2. Overcome or suppressB2informal

   To resist or overcome a feeling, problem, or difficulty.

   القمع أو التغلب

   • He tried to beat back his feelings of anger.
   • They beat back the rising tide of criticism.
   • She beat back her fear and gave the speech.