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bite

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bite
1. Angling an attempt by a fish to take the bait or lure
2. the depth of cut of a machine tool
3. the grip or hold applied by a tool or chuck to a workpiece
4. Dentistry the angle or manner of contact between the upper and lower teeth when the mouth is closed naturally
5. the surface of a file or rasp with cutting teeth
6. the corrosive action of acid, as on a metal etching plate

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Many contractors are mandating an order of spare parts to be shipped with their equipment, biting the bullet on trumped up costs so that if one of the machines breaks, the seven days of wait time for air freight shipment does not compromise the completion of their project.
If we want to continue to enjoy the quality of life we have, we have to take some serious looks at biting the bullet on these bond measures to improve our infrastructure.
Ultimately, they are biting the bullet in the short term in hopes that the moves they are making will strengthen them for the long term," said David Miller, president of Integrated Sports Marketing Inc.
 
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