hold back

language: vi

definitions

  1. to prevent something from happening or moving
    vi: ngăn cản
  2. to restrain oneself from expressing feelings or opinions
    vi: kìm nén bản thân

examples

  1. The storm held back the flood waters.

    Bão đã ngăn chặn lũ lụt.

  2. She held back her tears during the ceremony.

    Cô ấy kìm nén nước mắt trong buổi lễ.