to hold back
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to hold one's breath
hold one's breath, holding one's breath, held one's breath, holds one's breath
他 在 水下 憋气 持续 了 一分钟。
He held his breath underwater for one minute.
别 憋气， 放松 自己。
Don't hold your breath, relax yourself.
他 在 紧张 时 不自觉 地 憋气。
He unconsciously holds his breath when nervous.