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to hold out
[phrase form: hold]
01
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
Examples
She held out her hand, offering a warm handshake to greet the visitor.
02
to survive no matter how dangerous or threatening the circumstances are
Intransitive
Examples
She managed to hold out in the wilderness for a week with limited supplies.
Examples
The town 's resources must hold out through the harsh winter months.
04
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
Examples
He decided to hold out for a higher salary during negotiations.
05
to reserve something for later use or consideration
Transitive: to hold out a resource
Examples
She decided to hold out a portion of her salary for future investments.
06
to present an opportunity, hope, or potential for something positive or desired to occur
Transitive: to hold out a chance or opportunity
Examples
His research holds out the hope of finding a cure for the disease.
07
to maintain a feeling of hope or optimism in a situation, often with caution or skepticism
Transitive: to hold out hope or optimism
Examples
She 's not holding out hope for a quick recovery, given the severity of the illness.
08
to withhold something, such as information or resources
Transitive: to hold out information or resources | to hold out on sb
Examples
She held out on him until the right moment.
