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to hold out
[phrase form: hold]
01
extender, ofrecer
to extend one's hand or an object toward someone, often to give or offer something to them
Transitive: to hold out one's hand or an object
Ejemplos
For the signing of the contract, he held out a pen.
Para la firma del contrato, alargó un bolígrafo.
02
aguantar
to survive no matter how dangerous or threatening the circumstances are
Intransitive
Ejemplos
Despite the harsh conditions, the team was determined to hold out.
A pesar de las duras condiciones, el equipo estaba decidido a resistir.
03
resistir, durar
to remain sufficient over a period of time
Intransitive: to hold out | to hold out sometime
Ejemplos
The small group of survivors rationed their food and water, making it hold out until rescue arrived.
El pequeño grupo de supervivientes racionó su comida y agua, haciéndola durar hasta que llegó el rescate.
04
resistir, aguantar
to wait or withhold something, often with the intention of negotiation or resistance
Intransitive: to hold out | to hold out for sth | to hold out on sth
Ejemplos
He 's holding out on sharing the key information with the team.
Él se reserva compartir la información clave con el equipo.
05
reservar, guardar
to reserve something for later use or consideration
Transitive: to hold out a resource
Ejemplos
We 'll hold out some of the budget for unexpected expenses.
Reservaremos parte del presupuesto para gastos inesperados.
06
ofrecer, presentar
to present an opportunity, hope, or potential for something positive or desired to occur
Transitive: to hold out a chance or opportunity
Ejemplos
This program holds out a chance for disadvantaged youth to succeed.
Este programa ofrece una oportunidad a los jóvenes desfavorecidos para triunfar.
07
mantener la esperanza, conservar la esperanza
to maintain a feeling of hope or optimism in a situation, often with caution or skepticism
Transitive: to hold out hope or optimism
Ejemplos
She was n't holding out much hope for a promotion this year.
Ella no albergaba mucha esperanza de un ascenso este año.
08
ocultar, retener
to withhold something, such as information or resources
Transitive: to hold out information or resources | to hold out on sb
Ejemplos
The witness admitted to holding out certain details during the initial questioning.
El testigo admitió ocultar ciertos detalles durante el interrogatorio inicial.
Ejemplos
The team was concerned about whether the equipment would hold out for the entire mission.
El equipo estaba preocupado por si el equipo aguantaría durante toda la misión.
