Hold out (one’s hand)
To reach out one's hand, to extend one's hand.The girl held out her hand to help her mother climb up the stairs.
Hold out on (someone)
To refuse to give something to someone, to refuse to agree.The players are holding out on the owners and will not sign the new contract.
Hold out for (something)
To refuse to give up, to insist on getting something.The basketball player is holding out for a large salary increase.
A hold-out
Someone who refuses to give something up.The man was the last hold-out in our effort to make everyone wear a necktie to work.
Hold out
To endure, to persist in one's efforts.The team was weak and could not hold out against the stronger team.
Hold one`s tongue
To be silent, to not talk."Please hold your tongue," the teacher said to the young boy.
Hold one`s peace
To be silent and not speak against someone or something."Please try and hold your peace during the meeting as it will be bad if we have a... Read more →
Hold one`s own (in an argument)
To be able to defend one`s position in an argument.Although the woman's boss is very aggressive she is able to hold her own in any dispute with... Read more →
Hold the horses
To stop and wait patiently. Hold your horses for a minute while I return to get my wallet.
Hold one’s head up
To keep one's dignity and pride.The basketball players were able to hold their heads up even though they lost the tournament.