hold-downs

plural of hold-down

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for hold-downs
Noun
  • The leaders of China and South Korea moved to rebuild relations after years of weakening economic ties and a closer Seoul-Washington partnership.
    J.D. Capelouto, semafor.com, 2 Nov. 2025
  • Throw in Champions League away ties at Monaco and the holders Paris Saint-Germain too.
    Jay Harris, New York Times, 2 Nov. 2025
Noun
  • Last October, Swain raised the money for PE fund NewSpring, renowned for scoring big from buying Nutrisystem in the 2000s, for a vehicle that combined two of its star portfolio holdings.
    Shawn Tully, Fortune, 1 Nov. 2025
  • Since then, some shorter-term investors have redeemed holdings amid falling inflation and rates.
    Kate Dore, CFP®, EA, CNBC, 31 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • Gift ideas range from advent calendars and smart collars to anti-anxiety beds and pet carriers.
    Jessica Moore, USA Today, 4 Nov. 2025
  • The photos were printed out and framed for the couple and gifted alongside a print of the dogs’ paws, dog toys, custom collars, bandanas and an embroidery of the dogs' faces.
    Kimberlee Speakman, PEOPLE, 28 Oct. 2025
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“Hold-downs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hold-downs. Accessed 7 Nov. 2025.

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