choke back
US /tʃoʊk bæk/
UK /tʃoʊk bæk/
1.
ravaler, réprimer
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.
Elle a dû ravaler ses larmes pendant les adieux émouvants.
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He tried to choke back his anger, but it was clear he was furious.
Il a essayé de ravaler sa colère, mais il était clair qu'il était furieux.