hanging in

Definition of hanging innext
present participle of hang in

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for hanging in
Verb
  • The notebook includes not just copies of letters in the Watkins papers but Virginia’s meticulous record of her fact-checking and her correspondence with Polly about the book’s success, spin-offs, sequels, and other projects carrying on to Polly’s death in 1962.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 7 Jan. 2026
  • Since the Palisades Fire, Bass's opponents have criticized her for carrying on with a diplomatic trip to Ghana despite the National Weather Service issuing fire weather advisories.
    Tom Wait, CBS News, 6 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • But simply getting on the long list far exceeded Alexan’s expectations.
    Jeff Banowetz, Chicago Tribune, 6 Jan. 2026
  • Sustainability leaders are getting on with it, less time on stage, more time in spreadsheets and supplier calls.
    Gus Bartholomew, Sourcing Journal, 3 Nov. 2025
Verb
  • So far, the cat crew is getting along well and exploring their new home.
    Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 29 Dec. 2025
  • However, when the students have difficulty getting along, a cheerleader named Addison (Meg Donnelly) and a zombie named Zed (Milo Manheim) team up to unite them.
    Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 23 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • These are songs seeking soul, soul mate, maker, making out and mercy.
    Daniela Avila, PEOPLE, 5 Nov. 2025
  • The two were speculated to be together when the two were making out on Perry’s yacht in August.
    Lea Veloso, StyleCaster, 4 Nov. 2025
Verb
  • Magallan said that most day care and child care providers are just getting by.
    David Ingram, NBC news, 4 Jan. 2026
  • For many, that’s the difference between getting by and falling behind.
    Kam Shenai, The Orlando Sentinel, 2 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • Step by careful step, Holbrook climbed, holding out bologna and cheese until two pairs of cautious eyes peeked back.
    Ashley Vega, PEOPLE, 7 Nov. 2025
  • His career at Florida has centered on building muscle, but some concerns about his health still loom, which played a role in Golden holding out until late Thursday night.
    Noah White, Miami Herald, 7 Nov. 2025
Verb
  • It can also be used as a bench, bearing up to 355 pounds.
    Caitlyn Martyn may earn a commission if you buy through our referral links. This content was created by a team that works independently from the Fox newsroom., FOXNews.com, 11 Aug. 2025
Verb
  • Grid bottlenecks hamper Indian renewables growth India’s energy grid isn’t keeping up with a surge in clean power.
    Prashant Rao, semafor.com, 11 Nov. 2025
  • Plus, keeping up with maintenance is the best way to preserve your investment.
    Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 29 Oct. 2025
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“Hanging in.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hanging%20in. Accessed 11 Jan. 2026.

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