hold on
Example Sentences
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He traveled the country to report on families trying to obtain homeownership and hold on to it, small-time real estate investors and business owners, and the leaders of powerful financial institutions.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026
He took his case to an appeals court, which put a hold on the injunction and allowed construction to continue while litigation proceeds.
From Slate • Jun. 11, 2026
Strong demand, solid early performances and improving profitability outlooks will crystallize the sector’s hold on markets and strengthen the industry’s case to skeptics.
From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026
Portland struggled to hold on to the ball and turned it over nine times in the third quarter, allowing the Sparks to outscore them 23-12.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026
Wind and branches flew by as the wolf ran, threatening to knock them all off the wolf’s back if they didn’t lean forward and hold on for dear life.
From "Half Upon a Time" by James Riley
