hold one's tongue
Example Sentences
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At least this once, one could hold one's tongue.
From Time Magazine Archive
Ursus When one has talked to one's self for a great many years it is hard to hold one's tongue in public.
From Clair de Lune A Play in Two Acts and Six Scenes by Strange, Michael
When the case was put that way it certainly sounded right to hold one's tongue.
From The Eagle's Nest by Cartwright, S. E.
That's of course, mamma," said Camilla; "but yet one can't hold one's tongue altogether.
From He Knew He Was Right by Trollope, Anthony
Anyhow, it seemed quite impossible to hold one's tongue that afternoon.
From My Young Days by Konewka, Paul
