holding

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ANZ Research’s Raymond Yeung said holding rates steady reflects a preference to manage conditions through structural tools rather than broad rate cuts, especially while growth remains broadly on target.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

Relief that the U.S.-Iran truce appears to be holding was reinforced by a 10-day cease-fire between Israel and Lebanon.

From Barron's • Apr. 17, 2026

A Miami-Dade County jury agreed with the 45-year-old this month, holding Carnival 60% responsible for negligence and delivering Sanders a $300,000 verdict.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

Ask whether your current spending supports the life you envisioned, or whether caution is holding you back.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 16, 2026

Still holding his rag, he took me through the kitchen and dining room to the stairs and stopped.

From "Firegirl" by Tony Abbott