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  1. hold backs: Collins English Dictionary

(Note: See hold_back as well.)

Definitions from Wiktionary (hold back)

verb:  (idiomatic, intransitive) To act with reserve; to contain one's full measure or power.
verb:  (idiomatic, transitive) To contain; stop.
verb:  (idiomatic, transitive) To delay the progress of, especially in school.
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