hold it in
Intermediate (B1) informal
To stop yourself from crying, laughing, going to the toilet, or showing how you feel.
"The eulogy was so funny that half the mourners were struggling to hold it in."
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Why Jewish Millionaires ALWAYS Keep THIS in Their Pocket (Attracts Money)
The Millionaire Rabbi · 21:18
Hold it in both hands.
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Brave Wilderness · 14:23
got to hold it in my hand.
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Abroad in Japan · 2:02
It's like Hold it in the fire, Mr.
The 15-Game - Numberphile
Numberphile · 8:58
I'm trying to hold it in my head.
IRL Chef Stream - Developing a New Fish Dish
Fallow · 74:46
I'm just looking to hold it in place.