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to hold in
[phrase form: hold]
01
to suppress the expression of one's feelings
Transitive: to hold in one's feelings
Examples
She tried to hold in her laughter during the solemn ceremony.
He struggled to hold in his anger when faced with unfair criticism.
02
to fit closely to the body
Intransitive
Examples
The dress was designed to hold in at the waist, creating a flattering silhouette.
The Spanx undergarment is popular for its ability to hold in and smooth out the abdomen.
