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Hold (Verb)

Meaning¹

Have or hold in one's hands or grip; "Hold this bowl for a moment, please"; "A crazy idea took hold of him".

Classification

Verbs of touching, hitting, tying, digging.

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Meaning²

Support or hold in a certain manner; "She holds her head high"; "He carried himself upright".

Classification

Verbs of touching, hitting, tying, digging.

Examples

She holds her head high as she walks into the crowded room.
He carries himself upright, even in the face of adversity.
The chair holds her weight perfectly, without any creaks or groans.
She holds her newborn baby close to her chest, feeling a sense of comfort.
He holds his shoulders back, trying to appear more confident.

Meaning³

Declare to be; "She was declared incompetent"; "judge held that the defendant was innocent".

Classification

Verbs of telling, asking, ordering, singing.

Examples

The court held that the new law was unconstitutional and therefore invalid.
The jury held that the defendant was guilty of manslaughter.
The judge held that the company was liable for the damages.
The panel held that the artwork was a forgery and not an original.
The committee held that the proposed policy was not in the best interest of the organization.

Meaning⁴

Hold the attention of; "The soprano held the audience"; "This story held our interest"; "She can hold an audience spellbound".

Classification

Verbs of thinking, judging, analyzing, doubting.

Examples

The comedian's jokes held the audience in stitches for hours.
Her inspiring speech held the attention of the entire auditorium.
The new exhibit at the museum held the visitors' interest for a good two hours.
The musician's mesmerizing performance held the crowd spellbound until the end.
The professor's enthusiasm held the students' attention throughout the long lecture.

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Hold (noun)

Meaning⁵

Arrange for and reserve (something for someone else) in advance; "reserve me a seat on a flight"; "The agent booked tickets to the show for the whole family"; "please hold a table at Maxim's".

Classification

Verbs of political and social activities and events.

Examples

Please hold a room for me at the hotel, I'll be arriving late tonight.
Can you hold a table for four at 8pm, we're running a bit behind.
The travel agent will hold the flights and hotel reservations until tomorrow.
Would you be able to hold two tickets to the concert for me until Friday?
The concierge can hold a tee time for you at the golf course tomorrow morning.

Meaning⁶

Organize or be responsible for; "hold a reception"; "have, throw, or make a party"; "give a course".

Classification

Verbs of sewing, baking, painting, performing.

Meaning⁷

Remain in a certain state, position, or condition; "The weather held"; "They held on the road and kept marching".

Classification

Verbs of being, having, spatial relations.

Examples

The economy held steady despite the crisis.
Her smile held for the entire photo shoot.
The snow held on the mountain peaks throughout the summer.
The bridge held under the weight of the heavy traffic.
The protesters held their ground despite the police orders to disperse.

Meaning⁸

Cover as for protection against noise or smell; "She held her ears when the jackhammer started to operate"; "hold one's nose".

Classification

Verbs of touching, hitting, tying, digging.

Examples

She held her ears when the jackhammer started to operate.
The neighbors held their noses as they walked past the dumpster.
He held his breath as the stinky bus drove by.
She held her nose and opened the fridge to see what was causing the smell.
The tourists held their ears as the firework exploded in the sky.

Meaning⁹

Secure and keep for possible future use or application; "The landlord retained the security deposit"; "I reserve the right to disagree".

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Holding (noun)

Meaning¹⁰

Be capable of holding or containing; "This box won't take all the items"; "The flask holds one gallon".

Classification

Verbs of being, having, spatial relations.

Examples

This bottle won't hold that much water.
The elevator holds eight people maximum.
Her car's trunk will hold several suitcases.
The bowl can hold three liters of liquid.
The bookshelf can't hold that heavy weight.

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Hold (noun)

Meaning¹¹

Drink alcohol without showing ill effects; "He can hold his liquor"; "he had drunk more than he could carry".

Meaning¹²

Be in accord; be in agreement; "We agreed on the terms of the settlement"; "I can't agree with you!"; "I hold with those who say life is sacred"; "Both philosophers concord on this point".

Classification

Verbs of telling, asking, ordering, singing.

Meaning¹³

Assert or affirm; "Rousseau's philosophy holds that people are inherently good".

Classification

Verbs of thinking, judging, analyzing, doubting.

Examples

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Meaning¹⁴

Have as a major characteristic; "The novel holds many surprises"; "The book holds in store much valuable advise".

Classification

Verbs of being, having, spatial relations.

Examples

The museum holds many secrets about the ancient civilization that are yet to be uncovered.
Her future holds many opportunities and possibilities for growth.
This historic house holds a lot of sentimental value for the family.
The movie holds many emotional scenes that can leave viewers tearful.
This land holds much promise for those willing to cultivate it.

Meaning¹⁵

Be pertinent or relevant or applicable; "The same laws apply to you!"; "This theory holds for all irrational numbers"; "The same rules go for everyone".

Classification

Verbs of being, having, spatial relations.

Examples

The same rules hold for everyone in this company, regardless of position or seniority.
This theory holds for all irrational numbers, not just the ones we've tested so far.
The laws of physics hold true even in extreme conditions such as black holes.
The same principles hold for both personal and professional relationships.
The regulations hold for all employees, including management and executives.

Meaning¹⁶

Keep in mind or convey as a conviction or view; "take for granted"; "view as important"; "hold these truths to be self-evident"; "I hold him personally responsible".

Classification

Verbs of thinking, judging, analyzing, doubting.

Examples

I hold that honesty is the best policy in all situations.
She holds the view that climate change is the most pressing issue of our time.
We hold these values to be essential to our company's mission.
He holds himself accountable for the team's poor performance.
The community holds the local hospital in high esteem for its excellent care.

Meaning¹⁷

Remain committed to; "I hold to these ideas".

Classification

Verbs of thinking, judging, analyzing, doubting.

Examples

I hold to the principle that all people are created equal and deserve respect.
She holds fast to her dream of becoming a successful artist.
The community holds to a strong sense of tradition and heritage.
They hold true to their promise to help those in need.
The politician holds to the policy that was promised during her campaign.

Meaning¹⁸

Have or possess, either in a concrete or an abstract sense; "She has $1,000 in the bank"; "He has got two beautiful daughters"; "She holds a Master's degree from Harvard".

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Holding (noun)

Meaning¹⁹

Take and maintain control over, often by violent means; "The dissatisfied students held the President's office for almost a week".

Classification

Verbs of political and social activities and events.

Examples

The protesters held the city square for three days, refusing to leave until their demands were met.
The rebels held the capital city for several months before being forced to retreat.
The union workers held the factory for a week, preventing management from entering the premises.
The activists held the government building for several hours, staging a sit-in to draw attention to their cause.
The rioters held the downtown area for a night, clashing with police and causing widespread damage.

Meaning²⁰

Stop dealing with; "hold all calls to the President's office while he is in a meeting".

Classification

Verbs of being, having, spatial relations.

Examples

Hold all calls to the CEO's office while she is in a meeting with investors.
Please hold all non-essential conversations until the emergency situation is resolved.
Hold all further discussions on this topic until the manager returns from her vacation.
The receptionist was instructed to hold all calls to the doctor's office during surgery hours.
The IT department was told to hold all software updates until the new system is fully tested.

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Hold (noun)

Meaning²¹

Keep from exhaling or expelling; "hold your breath".

Classification

Verbs of grooming, dressing and bodily care.

Examples

Hold your breath while you swim underwater to avoid swallowing water.
She had to hold her breath as the doctor inserted the needle into her arm.
The scuba diver had to hold his breath for a few seconds while he adjusted his equipment.
The children were told to hold their breath while the doctor listened to their lungs with a stethoscope.
The swimmer had to hold her breath for the entire length of the pool to set a new record.

Meaning²²

Cause to continue in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., `keep clean'; "hold in place"; "She always held herself as a lady"; "The students keep me on my toes".

Classification

Verbs of being, having, spatial relations.

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Meaning²³

Maintain (a theory, thoughts, or feelings); "bear a grudge"; "entertain interesting notions"; "harbor a resentment".

Examples

I've held a strong conviction about this issue for many years.
She holds a deep-seated anger towards her former boss that refuses to subside.
The old philosopher has long held the idea that knowledge is the ultimate goal of humanity.
The manager harbors a secret grudge against his subordinate who outshone him on a previous project.
For as long as she can remember, Emily has entertained a fantastical notion of living in a distant galaxy.

Meaning²⁴

Aim, point, or direct; "Hold the fire extinguisher directly on the flames".

Examples

Hold the flashlight directly on the area you're examining.
Please hold the microphone closer to your mouth so we can hear you.
The sailor had to hold the steering wheel firmly to navigate through the rough waters.
You need to hold the drill bit at a 45-degree angle to make a straight hole.
The doctor asked the nurse to hold the ultrasound probe steadily over the patient's abdomen.

Meaning²⁵

Contain or hold; have within; "The jar carries wine"; "The canteen holds fresh water"; "This can contains water".

Classification

Verbs of being, having, spatial relations.

Examples

The thermos holds hot coffee for several hours.
The aquarium contains a variety of colorful fish.
This container holds about five liters of liquid.
The bottle carries a special perfume that is hard to find.
The tank holds enough fuel for a thousand miles.

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Hold (noun)

Meaning²⁶

Lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits; "moderate your alcohol intake"; "hold your tongue"; "hold your temper"; "control your anger".

Classification

Verbs of political and social activities and events.

Examples

Hold your temper, this is not the time to lose control.
She had to hold her emotions in check during the difficult conversation.
The government is trying to hold inflation within a manageable range.
He was told to hold his tongue and not speak out of turn.
The coach advised the player to hold back on his aggressive behavior.

Meaning²⁷

Resist or confront with resistance; "The politician defied public opinion"; "The new material withstands even the greatest wear and tear"; "The bridge held".

Classification

Verbs of being, having, spatial relations.

Examples

The dam held against the floodwaters for several hours before finally bursting.
The firefighters worked tirelessly to hold back the flames until reinforcements arrived.
The team's defense held strong against the opposing team's repeated attacks.
The rope held fast despite the weight of the heavy load.
The ancient walls held firm against the invading army's siege.

Meaning²⁸

Protect against a challenge or attack; "Hold that position behind the trees!"; "Hold the bridge against the enemy's attacks".

Examples

Hold the fort until reinforcements arrive.
The soldiers were ordered to hold the line against the enemy's advance.
The defenders managed to hold the castle walls against the invaders' repeated assaults.
The firefighters worked to hold the blaze at bay until more help arrived.
The city's defenses were designed to hold off a siege for several months.

Meaning²⁹

Have room for; hold without crowding; "This hotel can accommodate 250 guests"; "The theater admits 300 people"; "The auditorium can't hold more than 500 people".

Classification

Verbs of being, having, spatial relations.

Examples

This large warehouse can hold 50 tons of goods at any one time.
The city stadium is expected to hold up to 40,000 people during the world cup match.
Our elevator can safely hold six adults, not seven.
Unfortunately, this library only has the capacity to hold one author's seminar and signing session a year.
These trucks are permitted to hold containers measuring a maximum length of thirty-two feet, twenty-six inches and two-and-three-quarter feet height

To close within bounds, or otherwise limit or deprive of free movement; "This holds the local until the express passengers change trains"; "About a dozen animals were held inside the stockade"; "The illegal immigrants were held at a detention center"; "The terrorists held the journalists for ransom".

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Verbs of touching, hitting, tying, digging.

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Hold (noun)

Meaning³¹

Cause to stop; "Halt the engines"; "Arrest the progress"; "halt the presses".

Classification

Verbs of walking, flying, swimming.

Examples

The police officer raised his hand to hold the crowd back from the crime scene.
The manager had to hold the meeting to discuss the financial crisis.
The referee blew the whistle to hold the game until the injured player was removed.
The engineer had to hold the train at the station until the mechanical issue was fixed.
The judge ordered the jury to hold deliberations until further evidence was presented.

Meaning³²

Be valid, applicable, or true; "This theory still holds".

Classification

Verbs of being, having, spatial relations.

Examples

This new research supports the existing hypothesis and the original results still hold.
Her words hold no value for him since she betrayed him multiple times before.
Their ancient prophecies do hold for a majority of events but few contradictions are visible.
For those companies to truly have sustainability and an image they wanted to uphold the environmentally responsible model should still hold even on slower growth rates.
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Exist

Meaning³³

Be the physical support of; carry the weight of; "The beam holds up the roof"; "He supported me with one hand while I balanced on the beam"; "What's holding that mirror?".

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Verbs of touching, hitting, tying, digging.

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Holder (noun)

Meaning³⁴

Have rightfully; of rights, titles, and offices; "She bears the title of Duchess"; "He held the governorship for almost a decade".

Classification

Verbs of buying, selling, owning.

Examples

The Queen holds the throne for over 60 years and is the longest-reigning monarch in British history.
He holds the position of CEO in the company for nearly two decades.
The newly elected mayor will hold office for a term of four years.
The Duke holds the title of Earl of Kent since the death of his father.
She has held the office of the President of the country for two consecutive terms.

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Bear

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Holder (noun)

Meaning³⁵

Keep from departing; "Hold the taxi"; "Hold the horse".

Classification

Verbs of political and social activities and events.

Examples

Hold the bus, I'm running late.
Can you hold the door open for me?
Please hold the phone, I need to talk to someone else.
The officer shouted to hold the suspect until backup arrived.
The handler instructed the rider to hold the reins tightly during the jump.

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Keep

Meaning³⁶

Bind by an obligation; cause to be indebted; "He's held by a contract"; "I'll hold you by your promise".

Classification

Verbs of telling, asking, ordering, singing.

Examples

She's held by a non-disclosure agreement and can't reveal any details about the project.
The company is held by a contract to deliver the goods within a month.
He's held by a promise to his grandfather to take care of the family business.
The government is held by a treaty to provide aid to the affected country.
The university is held by a grant to conduct research on the new disease.

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