How to Pronounce "fight down"
expression
ˈfaɪt/ /ˈdaʊn
FYTE-down
fˈaɪt/ /dˈaʊn
FYTE-down
Definition
To try hard to control or hide an emotion, reaction, or impulse so that you do not show it.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈfaɪt/ /ˈdaʊn
British English
fˈaɪt/ /dˈaʊn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
FYTE-down
UK
FYTE-down
Listen in Context
She tried to fight down her tears during the meeting.
He had to fight down his anger when he heard the news.
I managed to fight down the urge to laugh in class.
He tried to fight down a smile when she walked in.