Example: She held the book tightly in her hands.

Example: The clamp held the piece of wood securely in place.

Example: The police officer held the suspect in custody.

Example: I hold the opinion that exercise is important for overall health.

Example: The company will hold a conference next month to discuss new products.

• I have to hold my laughter in during serious meetings.
• I can't hold all these books at once, can you help me?
• The teacher told us to hold our breaths underwater for as long as we could.
• Could you hold my bag while I tie my shoelaces?
• Please hold the door open for me, thank you!
• I need to hold onto my hat while we walk in the windy weather.
• I am going to hold my breath until I can swim to the other side.
• Can you please hold the door for me?
• Can you hold this bag for me while I tie my shoe?
• We should hold a meeting to discuss our plans for the future.
• Please hold on to your passport at all times to ensure its safety.
• The community came together to hold a fundraiser for the local animal shelter.
• Could you please hold the door for me while I bring in these boxes?
• She's been holding onto her grudges for far too long and it's starting to affect her relationships.
• I'm going to hold off on making a decision until I have all the facts.
• It's important to hold onto your dreams, even when others doubt you.
• The actors in the play must hold their positions until the end of the scene.
• The bank agreed to hold onto the safe deposit box until the client returned from vacation.
• I need someone to hold the door open while I carry in these boxes.
• Despite her fear, she had to hold her ground and confront the person who had been harassing her.
• Holding onto regret will only hinder your personal growth and progress.
• The museum's exhibit showcasing ancient artifacts is expected to hold visitors' interest for hours.
• It is important to hold one's emotions in check when dealing with confrontational situations.
• The team decided to hold a meeting to discuss their project's progress and strategies for improving.
• The athlete's strong will and determination allowed her to hold onto her lead and win the race.
• The renowned pianist demonstrated his virtuosity by holding the audience's attention for two straight hours.
• The CEO urged his managers to hold off on announcing the new product until they had prospects lined up.
• His unflappable composure allowed him to hold his ground in the face of the opposition's ferocious attack.
• The book's gripping narrative was powerful enough to hold my attention from cover to cover.
• The young mother held her newborn child close, amazed by the beauty and fragility of life.