bottle (up)

verb

Definition of bottle (up)next
as in to hold back

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  1. hold back
  2. measure
  3. curb
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  • But such is the secrecy around the project that parts of the script are being held back from buyers in what is presumably a bid to avoid spoilers and increase intrigue.
    — Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 27 Oct. 2026
  • There is neighborhood worry about the theater holding back the economic fortunes of its block.
    — Chris Jones, Chicago Tribune, 27 Oct. 2026
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  • The system uses implanted 3-mm magnets to measure muscle length and movement speed through sensors placed on the skin.
    — Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 29 Oct. 2026
  • The bag in question is a custom creation by independent designer Dana Toder, measuring a whopping one meter long and 60 centimeters high.
    — Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 29 Oct. 2026
Definition of measure
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  • Pass Amendment 3 to curb spending abuse Much has been printed here about why voters should oppose the adoption of Amendment 3.
    — Letters to the Editor, The Orlando Sentinel, 29 Oct. 2026
  • Earlier this summer, Barcelona officials pushed to increase taxes on cruise passengers visiting the city for less than 12 hours to as much as $35, as part of broader efforts to curb overtourism.
    — Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 29 Oct. 2026
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