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Idiom: Hold Down

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To restrain; to check.

To continue, to hold and to manage well; to keep, maintain; support.

Example: "Thank you to everyone who's been holding us down while we've been going through this difficult time."

Example Sentences

1
She manages to hold down two jobs and still have time for her family.
2
I had to hold down the fort while my boss was away on business.
3
He is struggling to hold down his emotions after the loss.
4
She is determined to hold down a regular exercise routine.
5
They were able to hold down the costs and stay within budget.

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