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Hold
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Simple meaning
What does Hold mean?
Hold means to keep or grip something.
Dictionary definition
To hold means to keep something in your hand, arms, or control; as a noun, it can mean a grip.
Example sentences
Hold in a sentence
easy
Please hold the book carefully.
medium
The jar was too slippery for Max to hold.
hard
The word hold can describe a physical grip or control over a situation.
Synonyms
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Word family
Hold word family
Base word
hold
verb
holds
Keeps or grips now or often.
verb
held
Kept or gripped in the past.
verb
holding
Keeping or gripping now.
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Quick practice
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Practice 1
What does hold mean?
Hold means to keep or grip something.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to hold?
Grip is close in meaning to hold.
Practice 3
Which word is an antonym or strong contrast for hold?
Release gives an opposite or strong contrast to hold.
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