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to hang on to
[phrase form: hang]
01
agarrar-se a, manter com determinação
to keep something with effort or determination
Transitive: to hang on to an abstract possession
Exemplos
The old man was determined to hang on to his independence and refused to move into a nursing home.
O velho estava determinado a manter sua independência e recusou-se a mudar-se para um asilo.
02
agarrar-se a, guardar como um tesouro
to keep a strong emotional or mental connection to something, such as memories, feelings, values, etc.
Transitive: to hang on to a thought or emotion
Exemplos
Despite the distance, they promised to hang on to the deep connection they felt for each other.
Apesar da distância, eles prometeram manter a profunda conexão que sentiam um pelo outro.
03
segurar firmemente, agarrar-se a
to physically hold or retain possession of something securely and firmly
Exemplos
The toddler giggled as he hung on to his father's leg, refusing to let go.
O bebê riu enquanto se agarrava à perna do pai, recusando-se a soltar.
