Hold Back — synonyms, definition

1. hold back (Verb)

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hold back (Verb) — Hold back, as of a danger or an enemy; check the expansion or influence of. ex. "hold back the growth of communism in South East Asia"

hold back (Verb) — Remain under control. ex. "hold back your temper"

hold back (Verb) — Refrain from doing. ex. "she held back a snicker"

hold back (Verb) — Delay acting. ex. "the scientists held back announcing their results until they repeated the experiment"

hold back (Verb) — Secure and keep for possible future use or application. ex. "The landlord held back the security deposit"

hold back (Verb) — Hold back; keep from being perceived by others. ex. "She holds back her anger well"

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