牵制 (qiān zhì): เพื่อควบคุม

The enemy tried to tie down our main forces with a small unit so that their reinforcements could launch a surprise attack from the flank.

While distracting the reporter with light topics, she quietly slipped the documents into her bag.

This company launched low-priced products to check its competitors so they couldn't easily raise prices.

The general sent a cavalry unit to pin down the enemy's left wing and prevent them from outflanking our rear.

His mother was hospitalized, so he had to stay home to care for his younger brother, which tied up a lot of his energy and kept him from focusing on exam preparation.