This is the 5791st most frequent Chinese word.
咬定
To assert firmly or cling to a statement or position.
In this sentence, 咬定 metaphorically indicates 'firmly grasping' or 'maintaining hold on' something, illustrating persistence or firm attachment to an object.
老虎总是咬定它的猎物不放。
The tiger always firmly bites on its prey and won't let go.
Here, 咬定 demonstrates a metaphorical determination or insistence in maintaining one's statements or beliefs, signifying steadfastness in one's claim.
她咬定自己未做错事，坚持自己的主张。
She firmly insisted that she had done nothing wrong and maintained her stance.
In this example, 咬定 is used to describe the action of asserting or claiming something resolutely, often concerning assigning responsibility or blame.