hold water

Example Sentences

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And in July a landmark review of the "failing" water sector in England and Wales recommended stronger regulation to hold water companies to account.

From BBC

When a water-absorbing material, or "sorbent," sits on top of the device, it sends out ultrasound waves tuned to break the bonds holding water molecules in place.

From Science Daily

It reaffirms that wetlands must actually touch jurisdictional waters and consistently hold water for minimum periods every year.

From The Wall Street Journal

"None of this holds water any longer given the seismic shifts that have taken place in British politics," Farage said.

From BBC

Those in agriculture, however, also have pointed out that in many areas they hold water rights dating back more than a century, which entitles them a higher priority in allocations and cutbacks.

From Los Angeles Times