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hold back
idiomTo act with reserve; to contain one's full measure or power.
Even though he was angry, he held back and didn't shout at his colleague.
The singer held back during the first verse, saving her full power for the dramatic final chorus.
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all the way to Egery and back
The long way; a roundabout route; a long distance to travel.
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apron-string hold
An estate held by a man during his wife's life.
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back down
To take a less aggressive position in a conflict than one previously had, or has planned to have.
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back forty
The most remote or inaccessible part of any place.
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back gammon player
A person, chiefly a homosexual, who has anal sex.
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back in the game
Having recovered from a disadvantageous position.
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back into
To advance to the post-season as a result of another team's loss, especially where one's own team has also lost.
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back of one's hand
A display of disrespect or scorn.