holding

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It was not clear where or when the image, which showed Edwards holding his right arm in the air and a finger to his nose, was obtained, although Reform said it was taken in 2019.

From BBC • May 26, 2026

Uber has been building its stake in Delivery Hero in recent weeks, holding a direct stake of 19.5% in the company, with an additional 5.6% held through financial contracts.

From Barron's • May 26, 2026

In recent months, advocacy organizations have prepared practice advisories for attorneys interested in filing tort claims, and law groups across the country have begun holding training sessions on the process.

From Los Angeles Times • May 26, 2026

Another factor holding back a potential Iran-deal rally: Stock markets are already at or near records following a ferocious tech-driven rally that has sent the S&P 500 up nearly 18% from its wartime low.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 25, 2026

Karli, though, seemed quite happy to be tramping alongside Marlene, holding her trunk and talking to her all the time.

From "An Elephant in the Garden" by Michael Morpurgo