held out
Example Sentences
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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
Instead, it just felt like an event held out of habit.
From Slate • Mar. 30, 2026
Stocks rose Wednesday as investors held out hope for a swift end to the war in the Middle East amid talks between the U.S. and Iran.
From Barron's • Mar. 25, 2026
It wasn’t all good news for the Bruins on the first rotation — Rosen sustained a foot injury and was held out for the remainder of the meet.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 28, 2026
Dr. Achebe held out a petri dish and she put it in, then slapped a bandage on Coal’s arm.
From "Boy 2.0" by Tracey Baptiste
