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hold up - Dictionary definition and meaning for word
hold up
Definition
(verb) be the physical support of; carry the weight of
Synonyms
:
hold
,
support
,
sustain
Example Sentence
The beam holds up the roof
He supported me with one hand while I balanced on the beam
What's holding that mirror?
Definition
(verb) hold up something as an example; hold up one's achievements for admiration
Definition
(verb) cause to be slowed down or delayed
Synonyms
:
delay
,
detain
Example Sentence
Traffic was delayed by the bad weather
she delayed the work that she didn't want to perform
Definition
(verb) rob at gunpoint or by means of some other threat
Synonyms
:
stick up
Definition
(verb) continue to live through hardship or adversity
Synonyms
:
endure
,
go
,
hold out
,
last
,
live
,
live on
,
survive
Example Sentence
We went without water and food for 3 days
These superstitions survive in the backwaters of America
The race car driver lived through several very serious accidents
how long can a person last without food and water?
Definition
(verb) resist or confront with resistance
Synonyms
:
defy
,
hold
,
withstand
Example Sentence
The politician defied public opinion
The new material withstands even the greatest wear and tear
The bridge held
Definition
(verb) resist or withstand wear, criticism, etc.
Synonyms
:
hold water
,
stand up
Example Sentence
Her shoes won't hold up
This theory won't hold water
Word used in video below:
text: Wait wait, hold on, hold on, hold on.
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