Hyphenation of holds

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holds

Definitions of holds:

1.
The act of grasping
He released his clasp on my arm He has a strong grip for an old man She kept a firm hold on the railing
2.
Understanding of the nature or meaning or quality or magnitude of something
He has a good grasp of accounting practices
3.
Power by which something or someone is affected or dominated
He has a hold over them
4.
Time during which some action is awaited
Instant replay caused too long a delay He ordered a hold in the action
5.
A state of being confined (usually for a short time)
His detention was politically motivated The prisoner is on hold He is in the custody of police
6.
A stronghold
7.
A cell in a jail or prison
8.
The appendage to an object that is designed to be held in order to use or move it
He grabbed the hammer by the handle It was an old briefcase but it still had a good grip
9.
The space in a ship or aircraft for storing cargo
10.
Keep in a certain state, position, or activity
E.g., keep clean Hold in place She always held herself as a lady The students keep me on my toes
11.
Have or hold in one's hands or grip
Hold this bowl for a moment
12.
Please
A crazy idea took hold of him
13.
Organize or be responsible for
Hold a reception Have
14.
Throw
15.
Or make a party
Give a course
16.
Have or possess, either in a concrete or an abstract sense
She has $1
17.
000 in the bank
He has got two beautiful daughters She holds a Master's degree from Harvard
18.
Keep in mind or convey as a conviction or view
Take for granted View as important Hold these truths to be self-evident I hold him personally responsible
19.
Maintain (a theory, thoughts, or feelings)
Bear a grudge Entertain interesting notions Harbor a resentment
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To close within bounds, limit or hold back from movement
This holds the local until the express passengers change trains About a dozen animals were held inside the stockade The illegal immigrants were held at a detention center The terrorists held the journalists for ransom
21.
Secure and keep for possible future use or application
The landlord retained the security deposit I reserve the right to disagree
22.
Have rightfully
Of rights, titles, and offices She bears the title of Duchess He held the governorship for almost a decade
23.
Be the physical support of
Carry the weight of The beam holds up the roof He supported me with one hand while I balanced on the beam What's holding that mirror?
24.
Contain or hold
Have within The jar carries wine The canteen holds fresh water This can contains water
25.
Have room for
Hold without crowding This hotel can accommodate 250 guests The theater admits 300 people The auditorium can't hold more than 500 people
26.
Remain in a certain state, position, or condition
The weather held They held on the road and kept marching
27.
Support or hold in a certain manner
She holds her head high He carried himself upright
28.
Be valid, applicable, or true
This theory still holds
29.
Assert or affirm
Rousseau's philosophy holds that people are inherently good
30.
Have as a major characteristic
The novel holds many surprises The book holds in store much valuable advise
31.
Be capable of holding or containing
This box won't take all the items The flask holds one gallon
32.
Arrange for and reserve (something for someone else) in advance
Reserve me a seat on a flight The agent booked tickets to the show for the whole family Please hold a table at Maxim's
33.
Protect against a challenge or attack
Hold that position behind the trees! Hold the bridge against the enemy's attacks
34.
Bind by an obligation
Cause to be indebted He's held by a contract I'll hold you by your promise
35.
Hold the attention of
The soprano held the audience This story held our interest She can hold an audience spellbound
36.
Remain committed to
I hold to these ideas
37.
Resist or confront with resistance
The politician defied public opinion The new material withstands even the greatest wear and tear The bridge held
38.
Be pertinent or relevant or applicable
The same laws apply to you! This theory holds for all irrational numbers The same rules go for everyone
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Stop dealing with
Hold all calls to the President's office while he is in a meeting
40.
Lessen the intensity of
Temper Hold in restraint Hold or keep within limits Moderate your alcohol intake Hold your tongue Hold your temper Control your anger
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Keep from departing
Hold the taxi Hold the horse
42.
Take and maintain control over, often by violent means
The dissatisfied students held the President's office for almost a week
43.
Cause to stop
Halt the engines Arrest the progress Halt the presses
44.
Cover as for protection against noise or smell
She held her ears when the jackhammer started to operate Hold one's nose
45.
Drink alcohol without showing ill effects
He can hold his liquor He had drunk more than he could carry
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Aim, point, or direct
Hold the fire extinguisher directly on the flames
47.
Declare to be
She was declared incompetent Judge held that the defendant was innocent
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Be in accord
Be in agreement We agreed on the terms of the settlement I can't agree with you! I hold with those who say life is sacred Both philosophers concord on this point
49.
Keep from exhaling or expelling
Hold your breath

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