hold the line

Example Sentences

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"But I still have my integrity. To my former colleagues, continue to hold the line."

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

But more happened behind the scenes, like the meeting that helped persuade Barr to hold the line.

From Salon • Apr. 14, 2026

Businesses are expected to hold the line until they get a better sense of whether the economy shows more improvement.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 10, 2026

But Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s efforts to juice consumer spending and bolster India’s economy are showing signs of success, allowing him to hold the line in trade negotiations with the U.S.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 2, 2026

“Maybe if you hold the line it will change the luck.”

From "A Farewell To Arms" by Ernest Hemingway