hold the line

Example Sentences

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"But I still have my integrity. To my former colleagues, continue to hold the line."

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

But more happened behind the scenes, like the meeting that helped persuade Barr to hold the line.

From Salon • Apr. 14, 2026

Businesses are expected to hold the line until they get a better sense of whether the economy shows more improvement.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 10, 2026

It remains to be seen whether a weakened regime, battered by war and sanctions and led by an uncertain cadre, can hold the line.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 8, 2026

For the remainder of 1917, French troops would hold the line against enemy attacks.

From "The War to End All Wars: World War I" by Russell Freedman