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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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
After going up in the first minute, Paraguay then spent the next 90-plus minutes holding on for dear life.
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Joseph Dycus, Mercury News, 20 June 2026
Events will be held on the University of Minnesota campus and at the National Sports Center in Blaine.
—Jeff Wagner, CBS News, 19 June 2026
Burrows was born in Los Angeles into a creative family that had already cemented its hold on the entertainment industry.
—Alicia Victoria Lozano, NBC news, 19 June 2026
They are being held on a $100,000 and $25,000 bond, respectively.
—Bailey Richards, PEOPLE, 13 June 2026
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Joseph Dycus, Mercury News, 20 June 2026
Events will be held on the University of Minnesota campus and at the National Sports Center in Blaine.
—Jeff Wagner, CBS News, 19 June 2026
Burrows was born in Los Angeles into a creative family that had already cemented its hold on the entertainment industry.
—Alicia Victoria Lozano, NBC news, 19 June 2026
They are being held on a $100,000 and $25,000 bond, respectively.
—Bailey Richards, PEOPLE, 13 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hold on
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His trial is currently scheduled to begin in May 2027, though the date remains subject to change, his criminal defense attorney Amber Fayerberg previously confirmed to PEOPLE.—
Angelique Brenes,
PEOPLE,
19 June 2026
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For up to a month, Luban remained in a spot off the southern coast of India that is known for high food productivity.—
Laura Baisas,
Popular Science,
19 June 2026
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The lights were dimmed, my slippers were waiting beside the bed, and a video of the resort’s beach area played on the TV, complete with the soothing sound of waves washing up on shore.—
Beth Luberecki,
USA Today,
23 June 2026
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Make sure the tires reconnect with the road - During the skid, wait until the tires reconnect with the road and then gently straighten the wheels to regain control.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
23 June 2026
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Through five innings, the 27-year-old struck out seven batters and gave up seven hits while allowing two runs, continuing to cement himself as Miami’s most consistent pitcher in a season defined by injuries across the pitching staff.—
Tyler Carmona,
Miami Herald,
21 June 2026
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Elevated interest rates will continue to benefit savers through higher returns on certificates of deposit and high-yield savings accounts.—
Rachel Barber,
USA Today,
21 June 2026
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Vanoven urged residents to stay home as crews worked the active scene, warning that downed power lines and debris would be harder to see after dark.—
Briana Waxman,
CNN Money,
22 June 2026
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Rhaenys served as a valuable member of Rhaenyra’s council, even going to stop Ser Criston Cole (Fabien Frankel) from taking Rook’s Rest for King Aegon II Targaryen (Tom Glynn-Carney), so Rhaenyra could stay back.—
Skyler Trepel,
PEOPLE,
22 June 2026
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Update your emergency kit and be sure to include enough food and water to last for 3 days for each person in your home.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
18 June 2026
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The hurricane season lasts six months, from June through November.—
Landon Mion,
FOXNews.com,
18 June 2026
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“Hold on.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hold%20on. Accessed 24 Jun. 2026.
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