hold on
Example Sentences
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A truce to halt the fighting in Lebanon was meant to take hold on April 17, but has never been observed, with both sides justifying their ongoing attacks by the other's alleged violations.
From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026
At the same time, she believes Israel is unlikely to hold on to the castle for the long term due to the bitter past experience and the resources it would require.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 31, 2026
File this by certified mail and hold on to the receipt, Hofmann advised.
From MarketWatch • May 27, 2026
And hold on, wait a minute: Will that give Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka and his growing cast of front-office colleagues pause this offseason?
From Los Angeles Times • May 27, 2026
The roots ripped loose slowly, as if not wanting to relinquish their century-long hold on the dirt.
From "Earthquake Terror" by Peg Kehret
