hold one's tongue

Verb

idiomatic

(idiomatic) To refrain from talking about something.

Japanese Meaning

口に出さず、発言を控えること。 / 何かについて話すのを意図的に避けること。

When sensitive topics come up, it's wise to hold one's tongue to avoid upsetting people.

敏感な話題が出たときは、人を不快にさせないように口をつぐむのが賢明だ。

Sense（1）

(idiomatic) To refrain from talking about something.

I don't like his political ideas, but I will hold my tongue.

holds one's tongue

（ present singular third-person ）

holding one's tongue

（ participle present ）

held one's tongue

（ participle past ）

held one's tongue

（ past ）