Direction: In the following questions, sentences are given with blanks to be filled in with an appropriate word (s). Four alternatives are suggested for each question. Choose the correct alternative out of the four.
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The manager needs to hold ____ his anger.
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- on
- with
- down
- back
- on
Correct Option: D
hold back (Phr. V.) : to retain one’s control
hold on (Phr.V.) : to maintain one’s grip
hold with (Phr. V.) : to agree with
hold down (Phr. V.) : to limit
Here, back is the right usage.
