Zoeken
to hold up
[phrase form: hold]
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to delay the progress of something
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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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to showcase a particular person or thing as a reference or representation of a specific quality, idea, or standard
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to rob a bank, shop, or similar place using a firearm, usually with a threat of violence
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to fulfill one's obligations or responsibilities in order to ensure the success or completion of an agreement or task
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(of theories, arguments, etc.) to remain consistent, logical, or convincing over time
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(of artistic works) to avoid the perception of being outdated by remaining good and relevant
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(in the game of Bridge) to not play a winning card for strategic reasons
hold up
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used to ask someone to wait or momentarily stop what they are doing
Voorbeeld
A technical issue held up the launch of the new website.
The traffic accident held up the morning commute for hours.
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 masked gunmen held up the armored truck on its way to the casino.