holding out (past) Synonyms
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holding out (past) Meaning
holding out (past)
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holding out (past) Sentence Examples
- The negotiations dragged on as both parties held out for better terms.
- The injured man held out his arm in pain, seeking help.
- She held out her hand, hoping for a handshake.
- The doorman held out his umbrella to shelter guests from the rain.
- The boy held out his toy car, eager to show it off.
- The teacher held out a worksheet, expecting the students to fill it in.
- The police held out their hands, requesting that the suspect surrender.
- The hostage-taker held out for a ransom, threatening harm to the captive.
- The lighthouse held out a beacon of hope to ships at sea.
- The city held out for days against the enemy invasion, refusing to surrender.
FAQs About the word holding out (past)
abiding (beyond), lasting (beyond), enduring (past), persisting (beyond),holding (past),drawing out,perpetuating, surviving, outstaying
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The negotiations dragged on as both parties held out for better terms.
The injured man held out his arm in pain, seeking help.
She held out her hand, hoping for a handshake.
The doorman held out his umbrella to shelter guests from the rain.
