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Idiom: Hold On

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To grasp or grip firmly.

Example: "Hold on tightly to the railing."

To keep; to store something for someone.

Example: "Hold on to my umbrella while I ride the roller coaster."

Wait a short while.

Example: "Hold on while I get my coat."

To remain loyal.

Example: "He didn't give up his fandom when others did; he held on."

To persist.

Example Sentences

1
She asked me to hold on while she checked if the item was still in stock.
2
He told me to hold on while he transferred me to a different department.
3
The climber had to hold on tightly to the rocks to prevent himself from falling.

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