holding on 1 of 2

adjective

Definition of holding onnext
as in holding up

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holding on

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verb

present participle of hold on
1
as in remaining
to remain indefinitely in existence or in the same state the ancient beliefs still held on in remote mountain villages

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2
as in waiting
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 Synonyms for holding on
  1. remaining
  2. waiting
  3. continuing
  4. lasting
Verb
  • The simplest path to an NFC West title would be to win their remaining two games against the Bears (4-11) and Los Angeles Rams (9-6), who would need to also lose to the Arizona Cardinals (7-8) at home Saturday night.
    Michael-Shawn Dugar, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Golfers invaded all courses remaining open.
    Kori Rumore, Chicago Tribune, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of remaining
Verb
  • Some chatted among themselves, waiting to understand the meaning behind the invitation Saffold passed out to a select few students only weeks before.
    La Risa R. Lynch, Journal Sentinel, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Armando, who was deemed healthy after receiving a treatment for an ear infection, is now one of the dogs waiting for his forever home at the shelter's Rob & Melani Walton Papago Park Campus.
    Karen Bartunek, The Arizona Republic, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of waiting
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  • After Newport, Dylan kept performing and writing new music, releasing two albums in one year and continuing his shift from folk to rock.
    Grant Wong, Smithsonian Magazine, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Police are continuing to investigate.
    Sarah Nelson, The Indianapolis Star, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of continuing
Verb
  • Nations should be exploring chances for a lasting peace, and avoiding forever wars.
    William Lambers, Orlando Sentinel, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Similar goals could benefit other organizations by fostering trust, broadening reach and demonstrating a commitment to equity—key elements in building lasting community relationships.
    Expert Panel®, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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Thesaurus Entries Near holding on

holding off (on)

holding on

holding one's breath

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