hold in Meaning, Definition & Usage
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verb close in; darkness enclosed him"
confine; enclose.
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verb lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits
control; moderate; curb; contain; hold; check.
- moderate your alcohol intake
- hold your tongue
- hold your temper
- control your anger
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verb hold back; keep from being perceived by others
conceal; hold back.
- She conceals her anger well
