hold back

US /hoʊld bæk/
UK /hoʊld bæk/
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1.

detener, retener

to prevent someone or something from moving forward or making progress

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The strong current held back the swimmers.
La fuerte corriente detuvo a los nadadores.
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Don't let fear hold you back from pursuing your dreams.
No dejes que el miedo te detenga de perseguir tus sueños.
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2.

contener, ocultar

to keep a secret or to refrain from expressing an emotion

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She tried to hold back her tears.
Ella trató de contener sus lágrimas.
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He couldn't hold back his laughter.
No pudo contener la risa.
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