"Fightback" refers to resisting or defending oneself against someone or something that threatens or challenges you. It means taking action and standing up for yourself to overcome adversity or opposition. Full definition
Wojciech Szczesny says Arsenal had «no choice» but to mount their morale - boosting late fightback against Everton. (goonersden.com)
Liam Fox's calls for dramatic cuts to the UK's development spending are prompting a spirited fightback from defenders of the aid budget. (politics.co.uk)
This injury comes two and a half weeks before Madrid's Champions League return leg away to Paris Saint Germain where they will defend a 3 - 1 advantage following a late fightback in the Santiago Bernabeu where Marcelo scored the third goal and put in a decisive display down the Madrid left. (newindianexpress.com)