afterbite

Definitions

1. Something that lingers after it is bitten, especially a smatch or flavour; aftertaste.
2. That which returns with a memory, usually one that is bitter or painful
   broadly, figuratively

Examples

“She's dressed exactly like⟳ Faith, her hair winched into the same yellow braids. She can still feel⟳ the afterbite of Delle's nails as she raked the hair back, complaining.”

“That is a marvelous month to start⟳, particularly in the North where some April days sting⟳ with the afterbite of winter and others glow with summer promise⟳.”

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