Hang In (Verb)
Meaning
Be persistent, refuse to stop; "he persisted to call me every night"; "The child persisted and kept asking questions".
Classification
Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..
Examples
- She's going to hang in there until she wins the competition despite all the setbacks she's faced.
- The team proved to be tougher than anyone expected and chose to hang in for the entire match.
- The little boy's persistence in his drawings eventually paid off when his artwork was showcased in a local gallery, a testament that he was willing to hang in and hone his skills.
- The volunteers continued to hang in at the charity event, even after their shift had ended, helping to serve the large number of guests.
- After learning she was rejected for her dream job, Sarah decided to hang in and apply again, determined not to let one rejection bring her down.