keep silent
US /kiːp ˈsaɪlənt/
UK /kiːp ˈsaɪlənt/
成语
保持沉默, 不作声
to remain quiet and not speak, especially when expected to say something
示例:
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Despite the accusations, she chose to keep silent.
尽管受到指控，她还是选择保持沉默。
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The witness decided to keep silent during the interrogation.
证人决定在审讯期间保持沉默。