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to hold down
[phrase form: hold]
01
压制, 限制
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
保持工作, 维持职位
to maintain a job, especially for a certain period of time
Example
Holding down a job can be challenging for individuals with irregular schedules.
She struggled to hold down a steady job due to her frequent moves.
The company values employees who can hold down positions through adversity.
03
按住, 压制
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
保持在低水平, 控制
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
调低, 控制
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.
例子
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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