Hold it down Meaning in English
expression
Definition
'Hold it down' means to control something so it doesn’t get out of hand, to keep something calm, or in some contexts, to prevent something from moving or making noise. It can also mean to manage a responsibility well.
Usage & Nuances
Usually informal and used in spoken English. Common for telling someone to be quieter ('hold it down'), to stay calm, or to manage a situation. In slang, can mean being reliable or 'handling business.' Not the same as 'hold down' (keep a job).
Example Sentences
Please hold it down; people are trying to study here.
basic
He did a great job and really held it down during the crisis.
basic
Can you hold it down while I fix the cable?
basic
Hey, can you guys hold it down? I’m trying to get some sleep.
natural
Don’t worry, she knows how to hold it down when things get tough.
natural
I need you to hold it down until I get back.
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