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to keep down
[phrase form: keep]
01
manter baixo, conter
to maintain something at a low level and prevent it from increasing
Exemplos
The goal is to keep inflation down to ensure economic stability.
O objetivo é manter baixa a inflação para garantir a estabilidade econômica.
02
reter, manter
to retain food or liquids in the stomach without throwing them up
Exemplos
The seasickness made it challenging to keep anything down during the boat trip.
O enjoo do mar tornou desafiador manter qualquer coisa no estômago durante o passeio de barco.
03
reprimir, silenciar
to restrict someone or a group from freely expressing themselves or asserting their opinions and rights
Exemplos
Throughout history, oppressive governments have sought to keep down the voices of the people.
Ao longo da história, governos opressivos buscaram reprimir as vozes do povo.
04
baixar, reduzir o volume
to control or lower the volume or intensity of something to prevent it from becoming too loud
Exemplos
Let 's keep down the music at this hour to respect our neighbors.
Vamos abaixar a música neste horário para respeitar nossos vizinhos.
05
abaixar-se, esconder-se
to lower or hide one's body to avoid being noticed
Exemplos
The spy had to keep down to remain inconspicuous in the crowded room.
O espião teve que se abaixar para permanecer discreto na sala lotada.
