hold out on

Example Sentences

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She also said she backs the mayor’s focus on improving public safety, but would hold out on supporting the bill itself until she read its text.

From Washington Times

He has continued to hold out on Sweden, although he can justifiably claim credit for a tough new antiterrorism law that will go into effect in the country on June 1.

From New York Times

“The view is we need to lengthen the amount of time Taiwan can hold out on its own,” he added.

From New York Times

Shackleton knew—everyone knew—that they could not hold out on that desolate spot all winter.

From Literature

“I think about what’s going to last, even if the sun is beating down on our picnic basket. Even though I love aioli, that would be something I would hold out on, as I don’t like it when it gets warm,” he says.

From Seattle Times