choke something back

Related to word: choke

Phrasal Verb

Definition

  1. To suppress emotions or tears, compelling yourself not to reveal your anger or distress.

    強忍住;抑制住(情感或淚水)

    • At the funeral, she choked her tears back, trying hard not to break down.

      在葬禮上,她強忍住淚水,努力不讓自己崩潰。

    • He choked back his frustration during the meeting, deciding to hold his tongue for the time being.

      他在會議中強忍住挫敗感,決定暫時保持沉默。

    • Even feeling disappointed, she choked her emotions back and remained composed.

      即使感到失望,她還是強忍住了情緒,保持鎮定。