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[Meaning] To hide an emotion/to be stopped by something or someone [Example Sentences] He was a great athlete, but he was held back from succeeding by his parents, who wanted him to study instead. He held back his tears even though he was distraught. [Phrasal Verb] 
holdsomething back
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