choke back
US /tʃoʊk bæk/
UK /tʃoʊk bæk/
1.
contener, reprimir
to try very hard to prevent yourself from showing an emotion
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She had to choke back her tears during the emotional farewell.
Tuvo que contener las lágrimas durante la emotiva despedida.
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He tried to choke back his anger, but it was clear he was furious.
Intentó contener su ira, pero era evidente que estaba furioso.