Synonyms of hold water

hold water

phrase

as in fly

to withstand scrutiny and gain acceptance or approval

a weak explanation that doesn't hold water

Synonyms & Similar Words

• fly
• work
• stand up
• hold up
• pass
• wash
• pass muster
• play
• get through
• go over
• go down
• take
• go through

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of hold water

Bar drain plugs were not holding water without aid of plastic disposable gloves. — Rashad Alexander, Kansas City Star, 17 July 2026

Remove stagnant water around homes, and eliminate containers that might catch and hold water. — Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 13 July 2026

Clay soils, on the other hand, hold water for longer periods and generally need less frequent irrigation. — Heather Zidack, Hartford Courant, 11 July 2026