holding

Example Sentences

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There is a “thick, mostly invisible layer of human labor holding the whole thing together,” the report said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 12, 2026

Despite the turnout, there was something strained and desperate about the whole enterprise, like they are the few still holding onto hope that anti-feminism can make good on its promises.

From Salon • Jun. 12, 2026

The new chair isn’t big on Fed officials making frequent speeches, nor on holding press conferences after each rate decision, according to his April confirmation hearing.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 12, 2026

Central banks worldwide are grappling with the trade-offs of pre-emptively raising rates to ward off inflation, or holding on to preserve growth momentum in an increasingly uncertain environment.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026

Caesar’s nemesis, the sandy-haired man, lifts his hand, mocking, holding a pretend gun, his finger making the motion of cocking it.

From "Will’s Race for Home" by Jewell Parker Rhodes