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  • past participle of hold.
  • past tense form of hold.
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held

[held] / hɛld /


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In the other two votes, in Ontario and British Columbia, the Liberals held onto their seats as pollsters expected.

From BBC Sep. 1, 2026

Gold prices held below $4,500 a troy ounce as a global selloff in government bonds raised the likelihood of a Federal Reserve rate hike, dimming the attractiveness of the metal.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 1, 2026

“We held the agency accountable, made things right for every customer involved, ensured each was notified directly and provided direct customer support along with courtesy Bilt Points,” a spokesman said.

From Salon Sep. 1, 2026

The most notable result saw Carney's party claim a Québec seat previously held by an opposition Conservative.

From BBC Sep. 1, 2026

The next barracks we entered held a row of desks with women clerks seated behind them.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom




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