to choke down
[phrase form: choke]
01
抑制, 压制
to forcefully suppress emotions or reactions
例子
He had to quickly choke down his surprise at the unexpected turn of events.
他不得不迅速压抑自己对事件意外转折的惊讶。
Sometimes, it 's hard to choke down the urge to speak your mind.
有时候，很难压抑住说出自己想法的冲动。
02
勉强咽下, 不情愿地吃
to eat or swallow something with difficulty or reluctance
例子
He tried to choke down the overcooked meal to be polite.
他试图硬吞下煮过头的饭菜以示礼貌。
They managed to choke down the unappetizing lunch to avoid wasting food.
他们设法勉强咽下了难吃的午餐，以避免浪费食物。
