Sentences with Keep Back

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16 Example Sentences Showcasing the Meaning of 'Keep Back'

The teacher had to keep back the enthusiastic students to maintain order in the classroom.

Emily struggled to keep back her tears as she watched the emotional movie scene.

The mother tried to keep back her laughter as she witnessed her toddler's amusing antics.

The coach advised the player to keep back his frustration and focus on the game.

Despite the exciting news, John had to keep back his excitement until the official announcement.

The librarian had to keep back her irritation when someone returned a book with coffee stains.

Sarah had to keep back her urge to interrupt and let her friend finish telling the story.

The scientist needed to keep back certain findings until the research paper was published.

Despite the excitement, she had to keep back some money for unexpected expenses during the trip.

The chef decided to keep back a small portion of the special sauce for the VIP guests.

The captain instructed the team to keep back their energy for the final quarter of the game.

In the negotiation, both parties agreed to keep back certain details until a later meeting.

The detective chose to keep back a crucial piece of evidence until the right moment in the trial.

To create suspense, the author decided to keep back the climax of the story until the last chapter.

The parents decided to keep back a surprise gift for their daughter's birthday celebration.

The gardener was careful to keep back a few seeds for planting in the next growing season.

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