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to hold on
[phrase form: hold]
01
等一下, 稍等
to tell someone to wait or pause what they are doing momentarily
Example
The referee instructed the athletes to hold on while they reviewed the video replay.
I need to take this call; can you hold on for a moment?
Hold on!
02
坚持, 继续
to continue a course of action despite the difficulties or dangers
Example
The marathon runner felt exhausted but managed to hold on and finish the race.
The rescue team encouraged the trapped miners to hold on as they worked to free them.
The soldiers had to hold on through the harsh conditions of the winter campaign to secure victory.
03
抓住, 握紧
to continue to keep a firm grip or physical contact with something or someone
Example
She told her child to hold on to the railing while climbing the stairs.
The hiker had to hold on to the rock ledge to avoid falling.
Please hold on to the package tightly; it's fragile.
04
保持通话, 稍等一下
to maintain a connection during a phone call, typically while waiting for someone to return or provide information
Example
Please hold on, I'll transfer you to the right department.
Can you hold on for a moment?
She asked me to hold on while she located the file.
05
抓住, 保持
to maintain possession of something
Example
He decided to hold on to his old car instead of buying a new one.
It's wise to hold on to valuable collectibles for potential future value.
She plans to hold on to the family heirlooms for generations to come.
