hold the line

phrase

: to maintain the current position or situation

hold the line on prices

Examples of hold the line in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

As the institution faces refreshed threats, its ability to hold the line will be tested again. — Kelsey Ables, The Atlantic, 16 July 2026

Told ‘no’ at every turn, Sylvester Stallone bets everything on himself, holding the line on playing the lead against seemingly impossible odds. — Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 15 July 2026

Appeasement predictably failed, but holding the line again won’t be easy. — Editorial Board, Washington Post, 8 July 2026

Or will the Red Raiders regret not holding the line on Sorsby despite the pressure? — Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 July 2026

Rhymes for hold the line

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