hold back

US /hoʊld bæk/
UK /hoʊld bæk/
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1.

阻碍, 阻止

to prevent someone or something from moving forward or making progress

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The strong current held back the swimmers.
强劲的水流阻碍了游泳者。
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Don't let fear hold you back from pursuing your dreams.
不要让恐惧阻碍你追求梦想。
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2.

忍住, 隐瞒

to keep a secret or to refrain from expressing an emotion

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She tried to hold back her tears.
她试图忍住眼泪。
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He couldn't hold back his laughter.
他忍不住笑了。
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