holding patterns

plural of holding pattern

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for holding patterns
Noun
  • However, waves of firings and suspensions have occurred across the country in connection to individuals’ social media posts about Kirk, as conservative politicians and influencers push for a crackdown on negative posts about the political podcaster.
    Angele Latham, Nashville Tennessean, 23 Sep. 2025
  • Taiwan authorities issued a land and sea warning, announced suspensions of some ferry services and closures of nature trails in southern and eastern counties – ahead of heavy rain and flooding.
    Helen Regan, CNN Money, 22 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • Seeking a faster, more affordable option, researchers at Sungkyunkwan University in Korea are developing a technique that can create patient-specific bone implants without the high costs or delays of traditional methods.
    Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 27 Sep. 2025
  • Weather delays are common, and trip cancellations aren’t out of the ordinary.
    Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 27 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • Highlights Ultimate Puzzle Challenge Screen-free entertainment saves the day during long waits, flight delays, or times when devices need charging.
    Gabriela Garcia, Travel + Leisure, 26 Sep. 2025
  • Turner said the responses for Idaho 55 accidents take up the bulk of local emergency resources, leading to waits for Boise County residents.
    Sally Krutzig, Idaho Statesman, 26 Sep. 2025
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“Holding patterns.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/holding%20patterns. Accessed 30 Sep. 2025.

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