hold back
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verbDefinition of HOLD BACK
transitive verb
1
a : to hinder the progress or achievement of : restrain b : to keep from advancing to the next stage, grade, or level
2
: to refrain from revealing or parting with <held back important information>
intransitive verb
1
: to keep oneself in check
2
: to refrain from revealing or parting with something
See Examples of HOLD BACK
- <the only thing holding Joe back from joining the swim team is lack of transportation>
- <held back her tears until she was alone>
First Known Use of HOLD BACK
1535
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Rhymes with HOLD BACK
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