hold still for

• Permanecer imóvel ou quieto para permitir que algo seja feito, ou suportar e aceitar algo sem resistir.

To remain motionless or calm in order to allow something to be done, or to tolerate or accept something without resistance.

1. Tolerate or acceptB2informalamerican

   To tolerate, accept, or allow something to happen without resistance.

   Tolerar ou aceitar

   • The boss won't hold still for any more delays.
   • She won't hold still for that kind of disrespect.
   • The committee will not hold still for such a risky proposal.