held up

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The Pentagon has held up SpaceX as an example of companies that can help the military cut through red tape and more quickly field weapons and other capabilities.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

Noah, aged 10, held up a photograph and asked a simple question - did he recognise the man in the picture?

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026

Players held up a photo of the late Angelo Gasca, Venice’s football coach who also helped coach softball.

From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026

Despite dour consumer sentiment, the labor market has held up well, with the unemployment rate below historical average, and jobs growth perking up recently after a weak 2025.

From Barron's • May 29, 2026

“Yes, I can see that, but—” The mother’s eyes sharpened as the girl leapt back over the ditch and held up the filthy prize.

From "The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest" by Aubrey Hartman