holding
Example Sentences
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Archaeologists investigating burial sites at Gomolava in northern Serbia discovered a grave holding the remains of more than 77 people.
From Science Daily
Nevertheless, he kept a low profile, giving no interviews or public speeches and holding no official government position.
From Los Angeles Times
EU chiefs said the bloc was ready to "enhance" its maritime operations in the Middle East to protect shipping routes after holding talks with regional leaders.
From Barron's
In its latest period, the company logged a $17.4 billion unrealized fair-value loss on its digital assets, in line with accounting rules that require companies to value their holdings at current market prices.
From Barron's
Its 21-day exponential moving average, a key momentum gauge, is kicking into gear after repeatedly holding the stock back since last July.
From Barron's
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