1
as in remains
to remain indefinitely in existence or in the same state
the ancient beliefs still held on in remote mountain villages
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2
as in waits
to remain in place in readiness or expectation of something
hold on a minute—it's not your turn
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for holds on
Verb
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National parks appear to have weathed summer crowds despite staffing cuts, but fall remains uncertain.—
Eve Chen,
USA Today,
28 Sep. 2025 -
The show ran for four seasons, ending in 1999, but remains a nostalgic favorite for many fans.—
Tereza Shkurtaj,
PEOPLE,
27 Sep. 2025
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Jim waits 45 minutes after sending a trade alert before buying or selling a stock in his charitable trust’s portfolio.—
Jim Cramer,
CNBC,
28 Sep. 2025
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Jets could be missing QB Justin Fields to a concussion again (still uncertain as of Thursday; Tyrod Taylor waits).—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
25 Sep. 2025
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The disease typically lasts around 20 years from the onset of neurological problems to death.—
Jenna Prestininzi,
Freep.com,
25 Sep. 2025
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The initial wave usually lasts four to five hours, Donovan said.—
Mary Spicuzza,
jsonline.com,
25 Sep. 2025
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Unlike the chewy candy, this version stays spreadable and is perfect for drizzling over ice cream, yogurt bowls, or even waffles.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
29 Sep. 2025
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The double-wall vacuum insulation means your coffee stays hot for hours.—
Christopher Murray
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FOXNews.com,
29 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The Powerball jackpot continues to grow after no one matched all six Powerball numbers to win Saturday's drawing.—
Chris Sims,
IndyStar,
30 Sep. 2025
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Sustainable handbag label Themoirè continues to support local artisans around the world.—
Martino Carrera,
Footwear News,
29 Sep. 2025
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“Holds on.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/holds%20on. Accessed 30 Sep. 2025.
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