hold back
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・UK
A1
phrasal verb
- To refrain from doing or saying something
- To conceal or keep something secret; to not reveal information.
- To delay or impede progress.
- To hesitate or be reluctant to do something.
- To restrain or control someone or something; to keep someone or something from moving forward or acting freely.
other
- To prevent someone or something from progressing or succeeding.
- To restrain or control (an emotion, reaction, etc.).
- To withhold or keep something secret.