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as in to remain
to remain indefinitely in existence or in the same state
the ancient beliefs still held on in remote mountain villages
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as in to wait
to remain in place in readiness or expectation of something
hold on a minute—it's not your turn
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Recent Examples of hold on
For now, hold on to see what Samsung has to offer at next week’s Galaxy S25 launch.
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Janhoi McGregor, Forbes, 17 Jan. 2025
Reviewers love that the fabric is breathable and quick-drying and doesn’t hold on to odors after washing—something not all workout tops can claim.
—Dana Leigh Smith, Glamour, 16 Jan. 2025
Unlike Bloomfield, Neuse held on to the instrument for the rest of his life.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 16 Jan. 2025
When Colorado’s top court blocked Mr. Trump from that state’s ballot because of his efforts to hold on to power, the U.S. Supreme Court struck down the ruling.
—Jack Nicas, New York Times, 16 Jan. 2025
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Janhoi McGregor, Forbes, 17 Jan. 2025
Reviewers love that the fabric is breathable and quick-drying and doesn’t hold on to odors after washing—something not all workout tops can claim.
—Dana Leigh Smith, Glamour, 16 Jan. 2025
Unlike Bloomfield, Neuse held on to the instrument for the rest of his life.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 16 Jan. 2025
When Colorado’s top court blocked Mr. Trump from that state’s ballot because of his efforts to hold on to power, the U.S. Supreme Court struck down the ruling.
—Jack Nicas, New York Times, 16 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hold on
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While the potent winds driving the fires to rapidly escalate were expected to die down by Thursday night, the initial causes of all the blazes remain under investigation.Tommy Tuberville, Newsweek, 9 Jan. 2025
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On a year-on-year basis, pork and fresh vegetable prices remain elevated, climbing 12.5%.Lee Ying Shan, CNBC, 9 Jan. 2025
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Gentle' Neighbor's Dog Escapes, Livestock Know Who to Stand Behind Hearts Melt as Spaniel Puppy and Kitten Become Unlikely 'Best Friends' Newsweek is waiting for @tacoshellandbob provide a comment.Michael Gfoeller And David H. Rundell, Newsweek, 16 Jan. 2025
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Or maybe DuPont is waiting for the valuation multiples on water companies to expand after falling over the past six months.Morgan Chittum, CNBC, 16 Jan. 2025
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Wildfires in the greater Los Angeles area continued to burn mostly out of control on Thursday, with at least five blazes engulfing more than 45 square miles.Max Butterworth, NBC News, 10 Jan. 2025
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That legacy continues in the show’s 55th season, which launches on Max with Renee Rapp on Jan. 16 and follows with SZA, Noah Kahan, Michael B. Jordan, Samara Joy, Chris Stapleton, Jonathan Van Ness and Billie Jean King joining for songs and other segments.Jem Aswad, Variety, 9 Jan. 2025
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By adopting these strategies, brands can stay ahead of the curve, building trust and loyalty in an ever-evolving marketplace.Cheryl Robinson, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025
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Ultimately the characters stay emotionally at arm’s length, but that’s likely also reflective of how their relationships with one another feel.Carlos Aguilar, Variety, 10 Jan. 2025
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By their nature, periods of volatility don’t tend to last that long before things return to the mean.Dev Patnaik, Forbes, 12 Jan. 2025
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Also known as Plan Mexico, the partnership between Mexico and the United States began in 2007 and lasted until 2021 to combat drug cartels.Elaine Mallon, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 11 Jan. 2025
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“Hold on.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hold%20on. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.
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