verb as in strong fondness

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restrain, silence

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Example Sentences

Example:He had to restrain himself from expressing his anger.

Definition:To hold back or control (one's words, emotions, etc.), keeping from expression.

From restrain

Example:Silence reigned as the couple waited for the results of their test.

Definition:The condition or act of being silent; the absence of sound; the state of not producing, hearing, or transmitting sound.

From silence