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Hold your peace/tongue

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Workplace CautionPlay
Use it to convey careful silence when openly disagreeing might cause trouble professionally. SlideAlthough I had my doubts, I chose to hold my peace during the meeting.
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Conflict AvoidancePlay
It suggests avoiding speaking to prevent animosity in a personal or professional setting. SlideAt the family dinner, when politics came up, I held my peace.
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Emotional RestraintPlay
Indicates self-control over one's emotions by not voicing frustrations or anger. SlideShe was being unreasonable, but I held my peace for the sake of our friendship.
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