[hold] {one's} peace
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to remain silent and not express one's opinion
- Even though she disagreed, she chose to hold her peace during the meeting.
- He decided to hold his peace instead of arguing with his boss.
- Sometimes it's wiser to hold your peace rather than escalate a conflict.
- They urged him to speak up, but he preferred to hold his peace.
- She held her peace out of respect for the family's wishes.