HOLD ON Synonyms: 52 Similar and Opposite Words

hold on

verb

Definition of hold on

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 Its forces are battering Iran’s coast – military installations, bridges, airports, port facilities – to neutralise the Iranian military’s hold on the strait. — The Week Uk, TheWeek, 25 July 2026 The mini season is held on the last consecutive Wednesday and Thursday in July annually, beginning and ending at midnight. — Angie Dimichele, Sun Sentinel, 25 July 2026 Each of the men is charged with second-degree assault and held on a $150,000 surety bond. — Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 18 July 2026 With only 10 men after a red card, England held on to a lead for 60 minutes to outlast Mexico 3-2, in the rain, at 7300 feet above sea level. — Jack Cosbie, Rolling Stone, 18 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for hold on

Recent Examples of Synonyms for hold on

Verb

Although laws changed in 1829 to allow Catholics to become members of parliament, the idea of a Catholic prime minister remained controversial for many years.

— Hanna Ziady, CNN Money, 20 July 2026
Much of the squad that lifted the trophy is expected to remain together, while Yamal could be an even bigger force by the time the next World Cup arrives.

— Dean Jones, New York Times, 20 July 2026

Definition of remain

Verb

Hiking, biking, horse-riding and swimming, the parks have public amenities just waiting to be used for free, especially during the summer and fall months.

— Zuri Primos July 26, Kansas City Star, 26 July 2026
So DeRozan doesn’t really need to sign at the minimum anywhere, at this point, and doesn’t need to wait weeks for the Heat, either.

— Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 26 July 2026

Definition of wait

Verb

While the celebration continues, Lamine Yamal and crew are already the favorites to retain the trophy at the 2030 tournament.

— Dean Jones, New York Times, 20 July 2026
The global oil supply will remain disrupted as long as the fighting continues and energy facilities in the Gul f remain damaged, an energy analyst said Monday.

— Hanna Ziady, CNN Money, 20 July 2026