holding

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We were holding a 6 p.m. press conference at the Warwick, a nearby hotel, to announce peace between the two leagues.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026

After holding the final of the World Test Championship last year, it will also host the final of the Women's T20 World Cup in July.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

And the U.S., through fast-paced crude production and exports, is a big part of what’s been holding the line on global crude prices, which are now trading below $100 a barrel.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 6, 2026

“There’s nothing now holding us back from being able to move very quickly,” White told analysts.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

‘Here,’ said Renn, holding out the ravenskin pouch.

From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver