1
as in to remain
to remain indefinitely in existence or in the same state
the ancient beliefs still held on in remote mountain villages
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2
as in to wait
to remain in place in readiness or expectation of something
hold on a minute—it's not your turn
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Recent Examples of hold on
Governed by pleasure-seeking Venus, this Earth sign is known to hold on to what is familiar, for the sake of comfort and security.
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Valerie Mesa, People.com, 22 Apr. 2025
Twenty-four years later, the singer and songwriter is facing the challenge of representing Spain at the 2025 Eurovision Song Contest, which will be held on May 17 in Basel, Switzerland.
—Franchesca Guim, Billboard, 21 Apr. 2025
But holding on to memories or enduring emotional strain in silence only deepens the wound.
—Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 19 Apr. 2025
Maybe the distance has grown, your connection feels shaky and you’re left wondering if there’s still something worth holding on to.
—Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 13 Apr. 2025
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Valerie Mesa, People.com, 22 Apr. 2025
Twenty-four years later, the singer and songwriter is facing the challenge of representing Spain at the 2025 Eurovision Song Contest, which will be held on May 17 in Basel, Switzerland.
—Franchesca Guim, Billboard, 21 Apr. 2025
But holding on to memories or enduring emotional strain in silence only deepens the wound.
—Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 19 Apr. 2025
Maybe the distance has grown, your connection feels shaky and you’re left wondering if there’s still something worth holding on to.
—Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 13 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hold on
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Whether cooking for Hollywood stars or crafting simple dishes for his audience, Arya remained grounded in the belief that true success comes from being real, not manufactured.—
Daniel Fusch,
USA Today,
27 Apr. 2025
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On Saturday morning, a trail of blood remained on the 19th floor of the apartment building where the woman was shot.—
Emma Seiwell,
New York Daily News,
26 Apr. 2025
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When hailing rides from their home, African Americans also wait up to 22 percent longer for the ride to arrive.—
Kaja Šeruga,
Smithsonian Magazine,
22 Apr. 2025
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Jim waits 45 minutes after sending a trade alert before buying or selling a stock in his charitable trust’s portfolio.—
Paulina Likos,
CNBC,
22 Apr. 2025
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Backed by cardinals seeking reform, the low-profile Bergoglio emerged as a surprise contender early on, and his momentum continued.—
Marc Ramirez,
USA Today,
28 Apr. 2025
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Firefighters continue to battle a wildfire in New Jersey that has burned over 15,000 acres, with strong winds on Sunday complicating their efforts, officials said.—
Megan Forrester,
ABC News,
27 Apr. 2025
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For First-Class Mail, the current service standard day range of 1-5 days is staying the same, while the day ranges for end-to-end Marketing Mail, Periodicals, and Package Services are being shortened.—
Bonnie Bolden,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2025
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Richie Grainge stayed true to her favorite pure: the Loro Piana Extra Pocket.—
Hannah Jackson,
Vogue,
28 Apr. 2025
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You’re being called to play the long game, to build something that lasts.—
Meghan Rose,
Glamour,
1 May 2025
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The caregiver partner can feel a consistent stress to keep it together during that time, which can last decades.—
Madeline Mitchell,
USA Today,
1 May 2025
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“Hold on.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hold%20on. Accessed 6 May. 2025.
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