hold out

Example Sentences

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The longer you hold out, the better — especially if you expect to live into your 80s.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 4, 2026

“I am still trying to hold out for the county to do the right thing,” Vaquero, 39, said.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 14, 2026

Talk about a dilemma: Take a lower amount now, or hold out for more in a few years and risk having it cut.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 13, 2026

Given what they have shown in the season so far, Ms. Nadon, Ms. Walker and Messrs. Mejia and Tomash all hold out promise to further distinguish themselves in this narrative classic.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 9, 2026

I hold out my hands like I did the other day in her living room.

From "A High Five for Glenn Burke" by Phil Bildner