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as in container
something into which a liquid or smaller objects can be put for storage or transportation
her hat made a good holder for the shells she collected on the beach
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Recent Examples of holder
Equipped with plenty of storage, rod holders and an adjustable seat back, this kayak is a great long-term pick for anglers on the go.
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Bestreviews, Mercury News, 19 May 2025
And if your toothbrush holder is made of wood, avoid the dishwasher.
—Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 May 2025
One such incident occurred in Gurnee, Illinois, where an adult concealed carry permit holder believed a student was in danger.
—Jazmin Towe, Parents, 9 May 2025
Protesters called to free Mahmoud Khalil, a recent Columbia graduate and green card holder who has been detained by federal immigration authorities.
—Cayla Bamberger, New York Daily News, 8 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for holder
Bestreviews, Mercury News, 19 May 2025
And if your toothbrush holder is made of wood, avoid the dishwasher.
—Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 May 2025
One such incident occurred in Gurnee, Illinois, where an adult concealed carry permit holder believed a student was in danger.
—Jazmin Towe, Parents, 9 May 2025
Protesters called to free Mahmoud Khalil, a recent Columbia graduate and green card holder who has been detained by federal immigration authorities.
—Cayla Bamberger, New York Daily News, 8 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for holder
Recent Examples of Synonyms for holder
Noun
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The grass in the front lawn had been allowed to grow uncut during the spring, for the horses, so the owners had not been out into the area to inspect it.—
Elizabeth Weise,
USA Today,
16 May 2025
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The New York Giants are in the market looking to sell about 10%, and the current owners’ preference is for high-net-worth individuals, not institutional funds, Sportico previously reported.—
Scott Soshnick,
Sportico.com,
15 May 2025
Noun
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Cascading types have a more spreading form to fill in containers.—
Arricca Elin SanSone,
Southern Living,
16 May 2025
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The meat was not wrapped, covered or in a container.—
Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado,
Sacbee.com,
16 May 2025
Noun
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The proprietor of a San Rafael lending business is seeking bankruptcy protection, leaving local investors worried about major losses.—
Richard Halstead,
Mercury News,
8 May 2025
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Liquor stores and carry-outs thrive here — the proprietors cocooned in plexiglass bulwarks.—
Adam Schwartz,
Baltimore Sun,
26 Mar. 2025
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“Holder.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/holder. Accessed 25 May. 2025.
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