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Jordan Hoffman, Entertainment Weekly, 5 Oct. 2025
The Steelers were firing on all cylinders early but needed their defense to stave off a fourth-quarter comeback attempt by the Vikings to hang on for a 24-21 win in Dublin.
—The Athletic Nfl Staff, New York Times, 29 Sep. 2025
Advertisement Something about the investigation feels off, though—especially once Evelyn blows into the police station like a force of nature, directing officers who hang on her words.
—Judy Berman, Time, 25 Sep. 2025
All the teens had a sunny day at the boardwalk before a late-night hang on the country club golf course.
—Sarah John, Vulture, 24 Sep. 2025
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Jordan Hoffman, Entertainment Weekly, 5 Oct. 2025
The Steelers were firing on all cylinders early but needed their defense to stave off a fourth-quarter comeback attempt by the Vikings to hang on for a 24-21 win in Dublin.
—The Athletic Nfl Staff, New York Times, 29 Sep. 2025
Advertisement Something about the investigation feels off, though—especially once Evelyn blows into the police station like a force of nature, directing officers who hang on her words.
—Judy Berman, Time, 25 Sep. 2025
All the teens had a sunny day at the boardwalk before a late-night hang on the country club golf course.
—Sarah John, Vulture, 24 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hang on
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Inaba and Hough offered each other conciliatory smiles before the remaining judges carried on with their comments.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
22 Oct. 2025
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Barker hopes that teaching younger generations how to step will carry on the Kansas City legacy for years to come.—
Alexa Stone
Updated October 21,
Kansas City Star,
21 Oct. 2025
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The race nonetheless comes at a time when Democrats are losing their hold on a coalition that propelled Obama to two terms in the White House.—
Rachel Schilke,
The Washington Examiner,
20 Oct. 2025
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The best way to protect yourself during an earthquake is to drop, cover and hold on, officials say.—
CA Earthquake Bot,
Sacbee.com,
20 Oct. 2025
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Want to keep up with the latest crime coverage?—
Chris Spargo,
PEOPLE,
15 Oct. 2025
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Car loans are growing steadily longer, as buyers struggle to keep up with rising car prices.—
Daniel de Visé,
USA Today,
15 Oct. 2025
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Sometimes, an older kid might hang around to provide help and motivation and good vibes for the preadolescents.—
Brian Hamilton,
New York Times,
17 Oct. 2025
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In 2022, just days before his 18th birthday, Chinese snowboarder Su Yiming found himself atop an Olympic podium with a gold medal hanging around his neck.—
Ben Church,
CNN Money,
17 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Set it, forget it, and dig in come suppertime.—
Nellah Bailey McGough,
Southern Living,
18 Oct. 2025
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Cats seem to have the irresistible need to dig in them, making a mess, and sometimes even eat them.—
Marla Jo Fisher,
Oc Register,
15 Oct. 2025
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For American farmers waiting on harvesting equipment, that means delays, shortages and higher costs down the line.—
Veronique De Rugy,
Oc Register,
17 Oct. 2025
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During their 3-1 victory over Manchester United last month, a total of 14 minutes and 25 seconds was spent waiting for play to be restarted from throw-ins.—
Oliver Kay,
New York Times,
16 Oct. 2025
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That last purpose is often the hardest to fulfill yet Sybil perseveres to find her own truth, through her faith in words.—
The Know,
Denver Post,
19 Oct. 2025
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K'Lavon Chaisson drew extra attention throughout the second half and persevered to pick up pressure through chips and double-teams.—
Andrew Callahan,
Boston Herald,
14 Oct. 2025
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The crowd stuck around for a long time after the collapse, one neighbor said, as people waited for updates on the status of their friends.—
Gillian Stawiszynski,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
20 Oct. 2025
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Consumer data reveals a growing appetite for affordable, healthier, and savory alternatives, as chocolate prices increase and inflation sticks around.—
Liz Regalia,
Parents,
17 Oct. 2025
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“Hang on.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hang%20on. Accessed 22 Oct. 2025.
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