hold over
Example Sentences
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Police believed neglect played a role in the boy’s death, but struggled to get cooperation from members of the religious group due to the extensive control the Martins held over their followers, authorities said.
From Los Angeles Times
Celtic thought they could take a gamble on Nancy because they couldn't imagine a world where any other side could rival their hold over the league title, their bread and butter.
From BBC
IndiGo and Air India, which together hold over 90% of the market, have ordered nearly 1,500 planes over the next decade, highlighting soaring passenger demand.
From BBC
Because they didn’t hold over the outgoing shift, they staffed the extra engines with firefighters who volunteered for the job — only enough to operate three of the five engines.
From Los Angeles Times
Could Chelsea's hold over the Women's Super League be set to end?
From BBC
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