hold on
Example Sentences
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Since the ceasefire took hold on April 8, Tehran and Washington have held a single round of talks, which failed to culminate in a deal.
From Barron's • May 19, 2026
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
Somehow, the tiny thin tendrils still hold on.
From Salon • May 9, 2026
Just hold on, he told himself, gripping the rail.
From "I Survived the Sinking of the Titanic, 1912" by Lauren Tarshis
