hold back

US /hoʊld bæk/
UK /hoʊld bæk/
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1.

menahan, menghalang

to prevent someone or something from moving forward or making progress

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The strong current held back the swimmers.
Arus yang kuat menahan perenang.
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Don't let fear hold you back from pursuing your dreams.
Jangan biarkan ketakutan menghalang anda daripada mengejar impian anda.
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2.

menahan, menyembunyikan

to keep a secret or to refrain from expressing an emotion

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She tried to hold back her tears.
Dia cuba menahan air matanya.
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He couldn't hold back his laughter.
Dia tidak dapat menahan tawanya.
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