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

[held] / hɛld /


Example Sentences

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Instead, Pratt declined an invite to their only other scheduled debate and never bothered with the forums civic groups across the city held in order for their members to hear from candidates.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

Through the end of March, valuations of software companies held by private equity firms declined roughly 8% on average, it adds, citing data from MSCI.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

But Lambert is still restricted from accessing key documents held by other agencies which he believes could provide further key evidence about Judith's case.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

The opening game will be held in the city on Thursday between Mexico and South Africa.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

The woman held out a glass of iced tea.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith




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