Hold Out — synonyms, definition

1. hold out (Noun)

hold out (Noun) — A negotiator who hopes to gain concessions by refusing to come to terms. ex. "their star pitcher was a holdout for six weeks"

hold out (Noun) — A refusal by a negotiator to come to terms in the hope of obtaining a better deal.

hold out (Noun) — The act of hiding playing cards in a gambling game so they are available for personal use later.

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2. hold out (Verb)

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hold out (Verb) — Thrust or extend out. ex. "He held out his hand"

hold out (Verb) — Stand up or offer resistance to somebody or something.

hold out (Verb) — Last and be usable. ex. "This dress held out well for almost ten years"

hold out (Verb) — Wait uncompromisingly for something desirable. ex. "He held out for the dessert and did not touch the cheeses"

hold out (Verb) — Continue to live through hardship or adversity. ex. "These superstitions hold out in the backwaters of America"

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