keep down

柯林斯词典

1. PHRASAL VERB If you keep the number, size, or amount of something down, you do not let it get bigger or go higher. 抑制
The prime aim is to keep inflation down. 首要目标是抑制通货膨胀。
2. PHRASAL VERB If someone keeps a group of people down, they prevent them from getting power and status and being completely free. 压制
No matter what a woman tries to do to improve her situation, there is some barrier or attitude to keep her down. 不管女性如何试图改善自己的境遇，总有障碍或看法压制她们。
3. PHRASAL VERB If you keep food or drink down, you manage to swallow it properly and not vomit, even though you feel sick. 勉强吞下
I tried to give her something to drink but she couldn't keep it down. 我试图让她喝点儿什么，但她咽不下去。