bite (one's) lip



bite (one's) lip

To forcibly prevent oneself from exhibiting an outward reaction to something, especially that which makes one angry, irritated, or upset. I just had to bite my lip while the boss yelled at me for losing the account. If someone tries to provoke you, just bite your lip and keep walking.
See also: bite, lip

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
Zakhar-Russian
KobyKO-beeEnglish (Modern)
Mariam-Biblical Greek, Georgian, Armenian, Arabic
GrÓA-Norse Mythology, Icelandic
Reiṙe:Japanese
Allissaə-LIS-əEnglish (Rare)