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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
Example
She held out her hand, offering a warm handshake to greet the visitor.
The child held out a bouquet of flowers to her mother as a surprise.
02
to survive no matter how dangerous or threatening the circumstances are
Intransitive
Example
She managed to hold out in the wilderness for a week with limited supplies.
The small town held out against the floodwaters, thanks to community efforts.
Example
The town 's resources must hold out through the harsh winter months.
Our supplies need to hold out until the rescue team arrives.
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
Example
He decided to hold out for a higher salary during negotiations.
The company is holding out on releasing the new product until market conditions improve.
05
to reserve something for later use or consideration
Transitive: to hold out a resource
Example
She decided to hold out a portion of her salary for future investments.
He held out a part of the food to enjoy as a snack later.
06
to present an opportunity, hope, or potential for something positive or desired to occur
Transitive: to hold out a chance or opportunity
Example
His research holds out the hope of finding a cure for the disease.
The company 's innovative technology holds out the possibility of a brighter future.
07
to maintain a feeling of hope or optimism in a situation, often with caution or skepticism
Transitive: to hold out hope or optimism
Example
She 's not holding out hope for a quick recovery, given the severity of the illness.
After the recent setbacks, they are still holding out optimism for a successful project.
08
to withhold something, such as information or resources
Transitive: to hold out information or resources | to hold out on sb
Example
She held out on him until the right moment.
The company manager was accused of holding out vital information from the team.
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