Phrasal Verb - keeping back
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.Definition
- To prevent someone or something from going or moving forward or continuing. 2. To withhold or retain something, especially money or information. 3. To save or set aside for future use.
Examples
| No. | Example |
|---|---|
| 1 | He kept back the crowd from entering the room. |
| 2 | The teacher kept back the student for after-school detention. |
| 3 | She kept back a portion of her salary for savings. |
| 4 | The president kept back the announcement until the last minute. |
| 5 | He kept back the letter until he had time to read it carefully. |
| 6 | The company kept back some profits for investment. |
| 7 | She kept back her emotions during the interview. |
| 8 | The police kept back the protesters from marching on the building. |
| 9 | He kept back a seat for his mother at the concert. |
| 10 | The coach kept back the best player for the decisive match |