hold on
Example Sentences
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The most likely scenario is for heatwave conditions to hold on until at least the middle of next week, with a change to something a little cooler and more unsettled from Thursday onward.
From BBC • May 20, 2026
Since the ceasefire took hold on April 8, Tehran and Washington have held a single round of talks, which failed to culminate in a deal.
From Barron's • May 19, 2026
In any industry, there’s always the fear of how long can I hold on to my relevance, and when am I going to be pushed out by the next generation?
From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2026
The developments are roiling restaurants as they also deal with rising costs and try to hold on to any customer they can.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026
His hand ached from trying to hold on to Abby’s tree.
From "Earthquake Terror" by Peg Kehret
