eat one's words

Definition

To regret or retract what one has said.

Example Sentences

• "He didn't think I could do it, but I proved him wrong and made him eat his words."
• "This time, you have to eat your words, because, like it or not, you lost."
• ""Better retract that," she advised, "hadn't you?" "Why should I?" "Because if you're stupid enough to remain in Bombay, I'll make you eat your words one day.""