hold in
Britishverb
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to curb, control, or keep in check
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to conceal or restrain (feelings)
Example Sentences
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Key to how Morgan Stanley sees things panning out is the non-consensus view of the investment bank’s economists who believe the Fed will stay on hold in 2026.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 21, 2026
We believe findings here are likely to hold in other places similarly dependent on agriculture, as farmers from Wisconsin to Delaware speak up about their reliance on immigrant labor.
From Salon ● Jun. 28, 2026
Officials have been using chemicals, including reportedly hydrogen peroxide, to clean a green algae bloom which has taken hold in the pool since it was re-filled following a paint job earlier this month.
From BBC ● Jun. 22, 2026
But the idea that you can switch, you may want to switch, there may be reasons to switch, really took hold in 2025.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 16, 2026
Izio wrapped his arms around his middle, trying to hold in the laughter so he wouldn’t wake his mother.
From "The Light in Hidden Places" by Sharon Cameron
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