hold on
Example Sentences
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In any industry, there’s always the fear of how long can I hold on to my relevance, and when am I going to be pushed out by the next generation?
From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2026
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney cemented his hold on power after electoral victories Monday night and defections to his Liberal Party caucus over the past six months.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026
“These adjustments also explain why final transactions and pending amounts sometimes differ. Until it processes, a pending transaction places a hold on your available credit for the amount that is pending.”
From MarketWatch • May 14, 2026
Somehow, the tiny thin tendrils still hold on.
From Salon • May 9, 2026
“Now hold on, let’s not get melodramatic,” Abuelita said.
From "Summer of the Mariposas" by Guadalupe García McCall
