
Get the bit between your teeth
Persistence Emphasis
Used when highlighting someone's strong commitment to continue despite difficulties.

Even when everyone else gave up, he got the bit between his teeth and succeeded.
Initial Struggles
Often follows mention of a rough start before being undeterred in action.

She had trouble initially, but got the bit between her teeth and improved dramatically.
Moment of Resolve
Marks the moment when someone decides firmly to do something.

After losing the game, he got the bit between his teeth to train harder.
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