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Recent Examples of hang on
Piecyk called 2026 the ideal moment for Cook to hand off the baton, with Apple shares near all-time highs and a favorable upgrade cycle taking shape as consumers hang on to older phones and carriers push fresh subsidies.
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Mackenzie Sigalos, CNBC, 17 Mar. 2026
After not holding a lead until the third period, Hanover (21-2-2) grabbed its first early in the final frame and hoped to hang on to it.
—Jack Murray, Boston Herald, 15 Mar. 2026
Leadership was able to hang on by leasing a piece of property bought by the original ownership.
—Lauren Costantino
march 14, Miami Herald, 14 Mar. 2026
And if history continues to repeat itself, today’s working-age employees will mostly hang on to their jobs.
—Rachyl Jones, semafor.com, 11 Mar. 2026
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Mackenzie Sigalos, CNBC, 17 Mar. 2026
After not holding a lead until the third period, Hanover (21-2-2) grabbed its first early in the final frame and hoped to hang on to it.
—Jack Murray, Boston Herald, 15 Mar. 2026
Leadership was able to hang on by leasing a piece of property bought by the original ownership.
—Lauren Costantino
march 14, Miami Herald, 14 Mar. 2026
And if history continues to repeat itself, today’s working-age employees will mostly hang on to their jobs.
—Rachyl Jones, semafor.com, 11 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hang on
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The women’s games are covered by ESPN, ESPN 2, ESPNNEWS, with some of the marquee team’s early games carried on ABC.—
Eric Womack,
Hartford Courant,
1 Apr. 2026
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The open casting call has been made, and auditions are scheduled for this spring, as early as next week, and will carry on throughout the summer.—
Omar Kelly,
Miami Herald,
31 Mar. 2026
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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,
29 Mar. 2026
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The Wild have lost six of their last nine but have a firm hold on third place in the Central Division.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
29 Mar. 2026
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To keep up the momentum, the Indian government earlier this year announced a 20‑year tax exemption for hyperscalers using data centers in the country to serve global clients.—
Priyanka Salve,
CNBC,
31 Mar. 2026
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Iran kept up the pressure on its Gulf Arab neighbors, as Saudi Arabia intercepted five missiles targeting its oil-rich Eastern province, Bahrain sounded a missile alert, and a fireball erupted over Dubai as an incoming missile was taken out by defenses.—
Jon Gambrell,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Mar. 2026
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After one difficult game at the plate this spring, Freeland hung around Betts’ locker for at least 15 minutes, going through his swing and his thoughts at the plate while Betts watched and listened.—
Fabian Ardaya,
New York Times,
25 Mar. 2026
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To make sure the recipes and processes are carefully repeated, Wright and Quick will be hanging around Big Q for a few weeks, helping Tolle.—
Jenna Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
24 Mar. 2026
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If and when a new CDC director nominee is named, and if that individual manages to win confirmation from a Senate that is showing itself increasingly willing to dig in its heels on presidential appointments, the hard work will just be starting.—
Helen Branswell,
STAT,
30 Mar. 2026
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Let’s dig in and take a closer look at the other important events on our radar.—
Zev Fima,
CNBC,
29 Mar. 2026
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The Colorado Hospital Association — which opposes the bill — says state laws require all hospitals to screen patients for discounted care, wait six months before garnishing wages, and provide 30 days' notice.—
Shaun Boyd,
CBS News,
31 Mar. 2026
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With the March 31 deadline approaching, experts warn that waiting too long can leave Medicare users paying more—and with fewer options—until the next enrollment period begins in October.—
Amanda Greenwood,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Mar. 2026
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His many friends and supporters were saddened by the allegations, but in most cases the friendships persevered.—
Edmund H. Mahony,
Hartford Courant,
27 Mar. 2026
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In addition to the pious, persevering Goma and flawed Chandravati in the mortal realm, in the divine realm there are the goddesses Sati and her reincarnation as Parvati.—
Jessica Vantine Birkenholtz,
The Conversation,
24 Mar. 2026
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Hannah appeared in all three of the movies along with Fraser (Weisz stuck around only for the first two).—
Borys Kit,
HollywoodReporter,
27 Mar. 2026
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Warm temperatures will stick around for much of next week with highs ranging from the mid to low 80s through Thursday, April 2.—
Brayden Garcia,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
27 Mar. 2026
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“Hang on.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hang%20on. Accessed 3 Apr. 2026.
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