hold back
Example Sentences
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However, although aluminum prices have been supported by stable alumina costs, the analyst notes that it could be partially held back by recent geopolitical uncertainties, which could weigh on demand.
The Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries and its allies meet Sunday with a familiar dilemma: add barrels to the market or continue holding back against a fragile geopolitical backdrop.
Maggie could not hold back her emotions a second longer, “No—no—it is not so! Doctor Kane knows it is not!”
From Literature
Big Tech held back gains for the S&P 500, making it difficult for the index to advance Thursday, even as other parts of the market broadly climbed, Gordon said in a phone interview.
From MarketWatch
“There’s no joy. None,” Turk says, holding back tears.
From Salon
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