hold everything

idiom

: to stop what one is doing

Hold everything. We're not doing this right.

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For those looking for simpler enhancements, the humble bath tray has become a bestseller, with versions that hold everything from books to wine glasses, seamlessly bridging functionality and indulgence. —

Kate Hardcastle, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024 The front pocket has elastic straps to hold everything in place and organize everything from nail clippers to toothbrushes. —

Teddy Minford, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Oct. 2024 At the center of it all are two sisters, Valya Harkonnen (Emily Watson) and Tula Harkonnen (Olivia Williams), trying to hold everything together. —

Ew Staff, EW.com, 6 Sep. 2024 Small enough to be worn around the waist or across your chest, the belt bag has one large zippered compartment with interior mesh slip pockets that can hold everything from wireless earphones to lip balms. —

Asia London Palomba, Travel + Leisure, 17 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for hold everything

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