HOLDINGS Synonyms: 27 Similar and Opposite Words

holdings

noun

plural of holding

as in possession

transportable items that one owns the museum's holdings of ancient manuscripts are among the rarest in the world

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Recent Examples of holdings Telling the stories of Murihiku Southland and its people, its collection includes rich holdings of Māori taoka, archaeology, photography, social history, and artifacts from the Subantarctic Islands. — Megan Spurrell, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 Nov. 2026 Investors can check their Nvidia exposure by reviewing the fact sheets for the funds in their 401(k) or brokerage accounts, which typically list a fund's largest holdings. — Sharon Epperson, CNBC, 13 Nov. 2026 According to the Whitney’s collections policy, works are intended to remain in the collection permanently, while sales that would improve or refine its holdings are generally okay. — Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 13 Nov. 2026 Under the terms of the major five-year agreement, Bank of America will transfer 200 photographs each year to the Mint, effectively doubling the museum’s current photography holdings to more than 2,000 works. — Charlotte Observer, 12 Nov. 2026 Other conflicts being waived include stock holdings in pharmaceutical and medical device companies and employment at public research universities that provide medical care. — Chelsea Cirruzzo, STAT, 11 Nov. 2026 That two-day drop alone is nearly the net worth of Microsoft founder Bill Gates, whose holdings equal $123 billion. — Chris Isidore, CNN Money, 6 Nov. 2026 Their holdings are getting older, refinancing deadlines are approaching, and investors want their money back. — Morgan Chittum, Fortune, 6 Nov. 2026

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Noun

On the Giants’ final possession, McCarthy threw an interception to Rasul Douglas while targeting Malik Nabers downfield.

— Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 13 Nov. 2026
Defensive back Anthony Phillip intercepted a Southwest pass with 34 seconds left in the quarter, giving the Tigers possession once again.

— Shiloh Robinson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 Nov. 2026

Definition of possession

Noun

The couple has taken their time tinkering and adjusting the decor, taking a considered approach to collecting and combining their belongings.

— Leonora Epstein, Architectural Digest, 11 Nov. 2026
Ristick told the resident there was a fire and to remain in bed, rummaged through the resident’s belongings, left and was later apprehended, according to police and a court filing.

— Dennis Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 11 Nov. 2026

Definition of belongings

Noun

As the Cowboys try to figure out how to maintain some sort of stability this season with their 4-5 record, there are a mountain of issues to correct, but there are also things to build with and be proud of.

— Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 Nov. 2026
Just by chance, a guy who does what he is coached to do, continues to work really, really hard and do the right things, the ball somehow finds him.

— Dom Amore, Hartford Courant, 8 Nov. 2026

Definition of things

Noun

First, the good stuff … Punter Bradley Pinion hit running back Kaytron Allen for a 46-yard gain on a fake punt in the fourth quarter.

— Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 8 Nov. 2026
The Dons took a 9-7 lead in set two on Bryn Gardiner’s stuff block, but the Falcons ran off five straight points, three from Decker.

— Tim Meehan, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Nov. 2026