hold out for
Example Sentences
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Estimates of Iran’s onshore capacity range widely from 57% to 90% full, meaning Tehran could hit the wall in days—or hold out for weeks.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 22, 2026
As nice as Intel’s rise has been for those who’ve held it for a while, the current volatility isn’t surprising as people weigh whether to hold out for bigger gains or take more profits now.
From Barron's ● May 4, 2026
“I am still trying to hold out for the county to do the right thing,” Vaquero, 39, said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 14, 2026
Talk about a dilemma: Take a lower amount now, or hold out for more in a few years and risk having it cut.
From MarketWatch ● Feb. 13, 2026
Some would hold out for months, I was told, expecting a face-to-face conversation with every candidate before finally committing to one.
From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama
