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to hold down
[phrase form: hold]
01
抑圧する, 制限する
to restrict the freedom, rights, or aspirations of individuals or groups, often through oppressive or authoritarian measures
Example
The citizens are held down by a regime that suppresses their basic rights.
The population yearns for change, as they have been held down by tyranny for too long.
Human rights activists work tirelessly to free those held down by oppressive governments.
02
職を維持する, 仕事を持ち続ける
to maintain a job, especially for a certain period of time
Example
Holding down a job can be challenging for individuals with irregular schedules.
The company values employees who can hold down positions through adversity.
She struggled to hold down a steady job due to her frequent moves.
03
押さえる, 抑える
to use force to prevent someone from moving
Example
The medical team had to hold down the patient during the procedure.
The wrestler struggled to hold down his opponent in the match.
It required several officers to hold down the aggressive suspect.
04
低いレベルを維持する, 制御する
to maintain something at a low or controlled level
Example
Government subsidies help hold down the prices of essential goods.
Cost-cutting measures are necessary to hold down production expenses.
The central bank 's policies aim to hold down interest rates.
05
抑える, 制御する
to control something, particularly noise or volume, to a more acceptable level
Example
Could you please hold down the music?
They asked the construction crew to hold down the noise during the event.
The library has strict rules to hold down conversations and maintain silence.
例
The citizens are held down by a regime that suppresses their basic rights.
The population yearns for change, as they have been held down by tyranny for too long.
Human rights activists work tirelessly to free those held down by oppressive governments.
In some nations, dissenting voices are forcefully held down by those in power.
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