Definitions

hang on

[hang-on, -awn] / ˈhæŋˌɒn, -ˌɔn /

VERB

continue, endure

Synonyms

STRONGEST

cling go on grasp hold on hold out persevere persist

WEAK

be tough carry on clutch grip hold fast remain

Antonyms

STRONGEST

cease give up leave let go quit stop

Example Sentences

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Hang on a minute: Who are the good guys and who are the bad guys in this fantasy scenario?

From Salon • Jun. 9, 2026

Hang on tight, but don’t close your eyes.

From Barron's • Mar. 30, 2026

Hang on a minute: there is a complicating twist here.

From BBC • Oct. 5, 2023

Ministry spokesperson Pham Thu Hang on Thursday did not confirm or deny a possible Biden visit.

From Reuters • Aug. 19, 2023

“No, wait! Hang on, you got to listen—” Hilly pulls away, but still Celia doesn’t let go.

From "The Help" by Kathryn Stockett