hold out

Example Sentences

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Stocks rose Wednesday as investors held out hope for a swift end to the war in the Middle East amid talks between the U.S. and Iran.

From Barron's

But many wonder how long the city can hold out.

From Barron's

Common throughout the show is the juxtaposition of art that holds out optimistic visions of technology’s possibilities with works that put forward more depressing perspectives about the harms it can entail.

From The Wall Street Journal

“For your mother, Corrie,” Tine said, holding out the flowers as I opened the door.

From Literature

She held out her hand for the compass.

From Literature