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noun
(THE ACTION OF HOLDING BACK)
His restraint was obvious. - Seine Zurückhaltung war offensichtlich.
(SELF-CONTROL IN EXPRESSING FEELINGS)
She spoke with great reserve. - Sie sprach mit großer Zurückhaltung.
(THE QUALITY OF BEING RESERVED)
His reticence showed his uncertainty. - Seine Zurückhaltung zeigte seine Unsicherheit.