Synonym: apply, assume, bear, carry, cling to, clutch, consider, contain, grasp, grip, have, keep, maintain, occupy, presume, regard, retain, stand up, support, suppose, surmise, think. Antonym: drop. Similar words: holy, whole, hold in, hold up, hold out, hold on, hold down, as a whole. Meaning: [həʊld] 
n. 1. the act of grasping 2. understanding of the nature or meaning or quality or magnitude of something 3. power by which something or someone is affected or dominated 4. time during which some action is awaited 5. a state of being confined (usually for a short time) 6. a stronghold 7. a cell in a jail or prison 8. the appendage to an object that is designed to be held in order to use or move it 9. the space in a ship or aircraft for storing cargo. v. 1. organize or be responsible for 2. keep in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., "keep clean" 3. have or hold in one's hands or grip 4. to close within bounds, limit or hold back from movement 5. have rightfully; of rights, titles, and offices 6. have or possess, either in a concrete or an abstract sense 7. keep in mind or convey as a conviction or view 8. contain or hold; have within 9. lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits 10. remain in a certain state, position, or condition 11. maintain (a theory, thoughts, or feelings) 12. assert or affirm 13. remain committed to 14. secure and keep for possible future use or application 15. be the physical support of; carry the weight of 16. hold the attention of 17. keep from exhaling or expelling 18. support or hold in a certain manner 19. have room for; hold without crowding 20. be capable of holding or containing 21. be valid, applicable, or true 22. take and maintain control over, often by violent means 23. protect against a challenge or attack 24. declare to be 25. have as a major characteristic 26. cause to stop 27. bind by an obligation; cause to be indebted 28. cover as for protection against noise or smell 29. drink alcohol without showing ill effects 30. be pertinent or relevant or applicable 31. arrange for and reserve (something for someone else) in advance 32. resist or confront with resistance 33. keep from departing 34. stop dealing with 35. aim, point, or direct 36. be in accord; be in agreement.
n. 1. the act of grasping 2. understanding of the nature or meaning or quality or magnitude of something 3. power by which something or someone is affected or dominated 4. time during which some action is awaited 5. a state of being confined (usually for a short time) 6. a stronghold 7. a cell in a jail or prison 8. the appendage to an object that is designed to be held in order to use or move it 9. the space in a ship or aircraft for storing cargo. v. 1. organize or be responsible for 2. keep in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., "keep clean" 3. have or hold in one's hands or grip 4. to close within bounds, limit or hold back from movement 5. have rightfully; of rights, titles, and offices 6. have or possess, either in a concrete or an abstract sense 7. keep in mind or convey as a conviction or view 8. contain or hold; have within 9. lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits 10. remain in a certain state, position, or condition 11. maintain (a theory, thoughts, or feelings) 12. assert or affirm 13. remain committed to 14. secure and keep for possible future use or application 15. be the physical support of; carry the weight of 16. hold the attention of 17. keep from exhaling or expelling 18. support or hold in a certain manner 19. have room for; hold without crowding 20. be capable of holding or containing 21. be valid, applicable, or true 22. take and maintain control over, often by violent means 23. protect against a challenge or attack 24. declare to be 25. have as a major characteristic 26. cause to stop 27. bind by an obligation; cause to be indebted 28. cover as for protection against noise or smell 29. drink alcohol without showing ill effects 30. be pertinent or relevant or applicable 31. arrange for and reserve (something for someone else) in advance 32. resist or confront with resistance 33. keep from departing 34. stop dealing with 35. aim, point, or direct 36. be in accord; be in agreement. 
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121. Happiness always looks small while you hold it in your hands, but let it go, and you learn at once how big and precious it is.
122. Numerous Umbrian towns hold their own summer festivals of music, theatre, and dance.
123. i'm here to please you, i am your man. every day, every night, i hold you tight.
124. Affectionate birthday greetings.Birthday means a new beginning and a new chance to take hold on life.
125. Don't hold grudges against people who have hurt you; you should forgive and forget.
126. I feel a bit tired. However, I can hold on.
127. The presidium has decided to hold this evening's meeting elsewhere.
128. He got hold of the rope,and we pulled him up.
129. Everybody can fly without wings when they hold on to their dreams.
130. Firms are now keen to hold on to the people they recruit.
131. I'm here to please you, I am your man. Every day, every night, I hold you tight.
132. He laid hold of the rope and pulled the boat ashore.
133. Sandbags will hold the flood waters back for a while.
134. Wishing you a wonderful birthday. You make this world a nicer place just by being so kindhearted. May this day that is all your own hold happinefor you and the years to come be filled with all the best things, too.
135. People don't always need advice. Sometimes all they need is a hand to hold, an ear to listen, and a heart to understand.
136. Press and hold down the control key while you press '9'.
137. They won't be able to hold out much longer under this sort of bombardment.
138. Office workers fled in panic as the fire took hold.
139. Hold still a minute while I pin your dress up.
140. Mrs Clayton had to hold Lizzie's hand as they ascended the steps.
141. The beggar seized hold of my wallet and ran away.
142. The military now say they're willing to hold talks with the political parties.
143. She closed her eyes tightly in a vain attempt to hold back the tears.
144. That's not the right way to hold a pair of scissors.
145. The coroner says we will have to hold a post-mortem.
146. Many people feel cheated by the government's refusal to hold a referendum.
147. They were wondering where to hold the office party and I suggested the Italian restaurant near the station.
148. You are the patron saint of life, your wisdom and sincerity to hold up the sun life, your selfless sacrifice life, heal the wounded bear bitter hardships(sentencedict.com),[http://Sentencedict.com] pain.
149. Crouch down,hold your knees when you are depressed.Forgive others and yourself.
150. They're likely to hold big fire sales to liquidate their inventory.
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