English to English
verb
- hold back, as of a danger or an enemy; check the expansion or influence of
Arrest the downward trend.
Check the growth of communism in South East Asia.
Contain the rebel movement.
Turn back the tide of communism.
source: WordNet 3.0
- keep under control; keep in check
Suppress a smile.
Keep your temper.
Keep your cool.
source: WordNet 3.0
- refrain from doing
She forbore a snicker.
source: WordNet 3.0
- wait before acting
The scientists held off announcing their results until they repeated the experiment.
source: WordNet 3.0
- secure and keep for possible future use or application
The landlord retained the security deposit.
I reserve the right to disagree.
source: WordNet 3.0
- hold back; keep from being perceived by others
She conceals her anger well.
source: WordNet 3.0
