The phrase 'to get your teeth into something' describes becoming interested in and continuing to do something, even when facing difficulties. An example is someone persisting in solving a problem without giving up.
La frase 'to get your teeth into something' se usa para describir a alguien que se interesa en algo y continúa haciéndolo, incluso frente a las dificultades. Un ejemplo es cuando alguien se dedica a resolver un problema sin rendirse.
| Idiom | to get your teeth into something |
|---|---|
| Definition | to become interested in something and keep on doing it (despite difficulties) |
| Examples | - Once she gets her teeth into a problem, you know she's not going to give up until she's solved it. - I'm sorry I didn't manage to finish. I couldn't really get my teeth into it. - Once Jayavel had got his teeth into it, there was no stopping him. - I just couldn't get my teeth into it, despite the fact that the translucent Gong Li is my favourite screen temptress. |
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