Definition
To follow closely behind someone or something, attempting to bite or attack them; or, metaphorically, to pursue someone relentlessly.
追逐咬蹆
The puppy was snapping at her heels, eager to play.
小狗在她脚边追逐，急着想玩耍。
The grumpy dog was snapping at his heels as he ran into the house.
那只脾气暴躁的狗在他跑进屋子时追着他咬。
A gaggle of angry geese were snapping at my heels, trying to bite me.
一群愤怒的鹅追着我，试图咬我。
To compete very closely with someone, indicating a high chance of soon surpassing or taking their position.
紧追不舍
Many startups are snapping at the heels of the leading companies, striving for a place in the market.
许多初创公司正紧追着领先企业的脚步，努力在市场上占有一席之地。
The two candidates in the election are neck and neck, snapping at each other's heels.
选举中的两位候选人不分上下，紧咬着彼此的脚步。
With more new recruits joining the team, they are snapping at the heels of the veteran staff.
随着更多新成员加入团队，他们正紧追着资深员工的脚步。