keep silent
US /kiːp ˈsaɪlənt/
UK /kiːp ˈsaɪlənt/
慣用句
沈黙を守る, 黙る
to remain quiet and not speak, especially when expected to say something
例:
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Despite the accusations, she chose to keep silent.
告発にもかかわらず、彼女は沈黙を守ることを選んだ。
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The witness decided to keep silent during the interrogation.
証人は尋問中、沈黙を守ることにした。