hold

Vocabulary Word

Definition

'Hold' primarily means to grasp something in your hands. However, it can also mean to maintain a position, delay an action or keep something in your possession for a period of time.

Examples in Different Contexts

In the business world, 'hold' might refer to retaining a stock instead of selling it. A stock broker might advise, 'Given the current market conditions, it's best to hold onto this stock for now.'

Practice Scenarios

Impact

Scenario:

Considering the current weather indications, we need to postpone our outdoors activity.

Response:

Yes, we should hold any outdoor projects until the weather is more predictably safe.

Creative

Scenario:

With the current light and noise conditions, we may need to pause our shooting schedule.

Response:

Alright, we can hold the filming and focus on our script read-through in the meantime.