held out

Example Sentences

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Gloria Terranova, a 59-year-old coffee plantation worker, said she held out hope that Cepeda might still win the presidency despite finishing second in the first round.

From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026

While the president struck an optimistic note during the cabinet meeting, saying that the Iranians were beginning to come around at the negotiation table, he again held out the possibility of additional military strikes.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026

The decision to put Smith in the leadoff spot allowed Roberts to maximize the 31-year-old’s plate appearances without moving other players after Shohei Ohtani was held out of the lineup.

From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2026

Well-wishers held out their flowers like jilted lovers.

From BBC • May 14, 2026

I turned out my pockets and held out my hands to show Red.

From "Rump: The (Fairly) True Story of Rumpelstilskin" by Liesl Shurtliff