Definition & Meaning of "hold down"

to hold down

[phrase form: hold]

to restrict the freedom, rights, or aspirations of individuals or groups, often through oppressive or authoritarian measures

to maintain a job, especially for a certain period of time

to use force to prevent someone from moving

to maintain something at a low or controlled level

to control something, particularly noise or volume, to a more acceptable level

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.

In some nations, dissenting voices are forcefully held down by those in power.

The medical team had to hold down the patient during the procedure.

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