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to hold up
[phrase form: hold]
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retrasar, frenar
to delay the progress of something
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sostener, mantener
to provide support or lift to something or someone, often by bearing the weight or preventing it from falling or collapsing
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mostrar, presentar
to showcase a particular person or thing as a reference or representation of a specific quality, idea, or standard
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asaltar, robar
to rob a bank, shop, or similar place using a firearm, usually with a threat of violence
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cumplir, sostener
to fulfill one's obligations or responsibilities in order to ensure the success or completion of an agreement or task
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mantenerse, sostenerse
(of theories, arguments, etc.) to remain consistent, logical, or convincing over time
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mantenerse vigente, seguir siendo relevante
(of artistic works) to avoid the perception of being outdated by remaining good and relevant
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retener, demorar
(in the game of Bridge) to not play a winning card for strategic reasons
hold up
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retrasar
used to ask someone to wait or momentarily stop what they are doing
hold up
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Ejemplo
The traffic accident held up the morning commute for hours.
A technical issue held up the launch of the new website.
She was held up at the office and couldn't make it to the dinner on time.
He apologized for holding up the meeting with his lengthy presentation.
The wall can hold up the heavy bookshelves.
