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  • present participle of hold.
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holding

[hohl-ding] / ˈhoʊl dɪŋ /


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The Statue of Liberty, the copper-clad sculpture of a robed and crowned woman holding a torch above her head, sits in New York's harbor and draws millions of visitors each year.

From Barron's • Jul. 3, 2026

Canada and Alberta will hold equal partnerships in the project, with Pembina Pipeline holding a 10% interest and equity reserved for indigenous groups.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 3, 2026

There’s a difference between holding a handful of money and paying for a good than pulling your phone out and tapping.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 2, 2026

Visits began on Tuesday, with the King arriving at the Palace of Holyroodhouse in Edinburgh for the Ceremony of the Keys and holding an investiture.

From BBC • Jul. 2, 2026

I press my lips closed, holding back details that I know won’t help my case.

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam




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