holding

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Time is also of the essence for candidates who need to know if they can get on with the transition to holding office, or seek a new line of work.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026

She said ministers "are committed to going further" by holding retailers to account if they do not have vape recycling bins.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

According to the terms of the proposal, People Inc. would own just over 50.1% of MGM, with other investors holding non-controlling minority stakes.

From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026

Still, these officeholder perform critical work for the state, including investing taxpayer funds, holding government accountable, running elections and dealing home insurance issues in the wake of historic wildfires.

From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026

Ma dropped the radishes she was holding into the sink.

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu