holding

Example Sentences

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Thousands gathered in the streets of the capital Islamabad, many holding photos of late Iranian leader Ali Khamenei, with AFP witnessing police deploy tear gas to disperse crowds near the US embassy.

From Barron's

A probe that resembles a metal pen is inserted into a container holding the honey and cocoa shells.

From Science Daily

Nearby, a tactical belt with pouches for holding gun magazines was discarded on the ground alongside several articles of designer clothing, including a pair of Christian Dior underpants.

From Los Angeles Times

St. Aubin said he worries that healthcare may be holding up the labor market in terms of growth in jobs, and that job openings may be drying up.

From MarketWatch

You find yourself in your kitchen holding a pint of strawberries that look airbrushed, but taste like wet air.

From Salon