Definition
- C2
To suppress one's feelings of embarrassment or shame in order to achieve something, often involving doing something one is unwilling to do.
忍气吞声
Despite his reluctance to admit fault, he had to swallow his pride and apologize to his boss.
尽管他不愿意承认错误，但他不得不放下自尊向老板道歉。
After losing the match, she had to swallow her pride and congratulate her opponent.
输掉比赛后，她不得不放下自尊向对手祝贺。
He needed to swallow his pride and ask his ex-wife to help him take care of the children.
他需要放下自尊，请求前妻帮忙照顾孩子。