Hold out

Verb

Definitionen

1.VerbTo hold (something) out; to extend (something) forward.

"He held out his hand, and I grabbed it."

2.VerbTo offer, present (a hope, possibility, opportunity etc.)

"The prospectus held out the promise of enormous profits to be made."

3.VerbTo wait, or refuse in hopes of getting something better (from a negotiation, etc.)

"I am holding out for more money.; How long has he been holding out?"

4.VerbTo survive, endure.

"How long can they hold out without water?"

5.VerbTo withhold something.

"You've got a key! Why have you been holding out on me?"

6.VerbTo set aside something or save it for later.

"Pack the boxes, but hold out a few blue ones for later."

7.NounAlternative spelling of holdout.

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