to hold down
[phrase form: hold]
01
压制, 压迫
to restrict the freedom, rights, or aspirations of individuals or groups, often through oppressive or authoritarian measures
例子
In some nations, dissenting voices are forcefully held down by those in power.
在一些国家，持不同政见者的声音被当权者强行压制。
02
保持, 维持
to maintain a job, especially for a certain period of time
例子
Holding down a job can be challenging for individuals with irregular schedules.
对于时间表不规律的个人来说，保住一份工作可能具有挑战性。
03
按住, 压制
to use force to prevent someone from moving
例子
It required several officers to hold down the aggressive suspect.
需要几名警官来按住那个好斗的嫌疑犯。
04
压低, 控制
to maintain something at a low or controlled level
例子
Cost-cutting measures are necessary to hold down production expenses.
削减成本的措施对于控制生产费用是必要的。
05
调低, 降低
to control something, particularly noise or volume, to a more acceptable level
例子
They asked the construction crew to hold down the noise during the event.
他们要求施工队在活动期间控制噪音。
