Phrasal Verb: Hold Back
Meaning: To prevent oneself or another person from doing something.
- We had to hold him back from hitting the boss!
- I held back from telling her how angry I was.
- I can’t hold back any more! I want to say…I love you!
When was the last time you held back from doing something?
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