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

Well-wishers held out their flowers like jilted lovers.

From BBC • May 14, 2026

Her first trial ended in a mistrial in 1990 after two of the jurors held out for manslaughter charges, citing a lack of intent.

From Los Angeles Times • May 9, 2026

Instead, it just felt like an event held out of habit.

From Slate • Mar. 30, 2026

She held out the heart-shaped rhinestone and the piece of paper that said, "taille 35."

From "The Cinderella Ballet Mystery: Nancy Drew and the Clue Crew, #4" by Carolyn Keene