holds out

present tense third-person singular of hold out

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for holds out
Verb
  • Training camp and preseason will ultimately decide who survives the roster squeeze.
    Brian Sampson, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
  • However, after his 17th version unexpectedly survives a mission, a new 18th clone is already in rotation — leaving two Mickeys alive and one slated for annihilation.
    Charlotte Walsh, People.com, 1 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Díaz de la Portilla lost in a runoff to Miguel Angel Gabela, whose term lasts until 2027.
    Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 5 Sep. 2025
  • The hopper holds up to 80 balls, and the 6,700mAh battery lasts for up to three hours of play.
    PC Magazine, PC Magazine, 5 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • If Upside Foods prevails in court, legal experts suggest the precedent could apply directly to Texas and other states.
    Theo Burman, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Sep. 2025
  • Once again, love prevails, and Jess and Spencer choose each other.
    Katie Campione, Deadline, 2 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • This double-wide camp chair is quilted and comfortable, with durable 600D polyester fabric that holds up to weather, spills, and even a slobbery dog (or two) climbing aboard.
    Francesca Krempa, Travel + Leisure, 8 Sep. 2025
  • Despite the show’s late 1800s backdrop, much of the material still holds up today, from Laura’s (Melissa Gilbert) teen angst to heavy storylines involving topics like grief, spirituality, addiction, and more.
    Kelly Martinez, EW.com, 1 Sep. 2025
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