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Meaning
2 senses
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To deliberately restrain or stop a natural physical reaction such as crying or breathing.
vi Đứa bé cố nín khóc nhưng không được.
en The baby tried to hold back tears but could not.
To stop talking or to remain silent, often used as a command to someone else.
vi Nín ngay để tôi nói chuyện!
en Shut up right now so I can speak!