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hang on

[hang-on, -awn] / ˈhæŋˌɒn, -ˌɔn /


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While mid- and late-career employees could hang on to their positions longer in that scenario, younger workers would likely struggle to break in.

From Barron's • May 29, 2026

But now she's making repayments and thinking, "hang on a minute, this isn't the price of a coffee".

From BBC • May 17, 2026

Sierra Canyon 6, Oaks Christian 5: Brayden Goldstein hit a two-run home run to help the Trailblazers hang on for victory.

From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026

They debated trying to hang on until Tuesday but realized quickly that the airline would burn too much cash.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 2, 2026

Her once well-muscled frame is long gone, as evident by the way her clothes hang on her bony hips and shoulders.

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam




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