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holds

/hoʊldz/
Main Example

She holds the baby gently.

Example context
Grammatical Info:
Verb (v.)

To have or keep something in your hands or arms.

Other Example

He holds the book tightly.

They hold hands while walking.

The teacher holds the student's attention.

Synonyms

hold a baby

hold a conversation

hold a position

Synonyms

grasp

clutch

carry

holds

/hoʊldz/
Main Example

He holds a high position in the company.

Example context
Grammatical Info:
Verb (v.)

To maintain or continue to have a particular position or condition.

Other Example
Synonyms
Synonyms

holds

/hoʊldz/
Main Example

The box holds all my toys.

Example context
Grammatical Info:
Verb (v.)

To keep or contain something within limits.

Other Example
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Synonyms

holds

/hoʊldz/
Main Example

The holds on the rock wall are very useful.

Example context
Grammatical Info:
Noun (n.)

A grip or support that keeps something in place.

Other Example
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Synonyms

holds

/hoʊldz/
Main Example

They hold a meeting every Friday.

Example context
Grammatical Info:
Verb (v.)

To conduct or organize an event or meeting.

Other Example
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Synonyms

holds

/hoʊldz/
Main Example

She holds strong opinions on the matter.

Example context
Grammatical Info:
Verb (v.)

To have a belief or opinion about something.

Other Example
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Synonyms

holds

/hoʊldz/
Main Example

The team holds the lead in the game.

Example context
Grammatical Info:
Verb (v.)

To keep someone or something in a particular state or condition.

Other Example
Synonyms
Synonyms

holds

/hoʊldz/
Main Example

This cup holds a lot of water.

Example context
Grammatical Info:
Verb (v.)

To have a particular capacity or capability.

Other Example
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Synonyms

holds

/hoʊldz/
Main Example

The guard holds the door shut.

Example context
Grammatical Info:
Verb (v.)

To restrain or prevent someone from moving.

Other Example
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Synonyms

holds

/hoʊldz/
Main Example

Friends hold each other up in tough times.

Example context
Grammatical Info:
Verb (v.)

To support or sustain something physically or emotionally.

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