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Uncommonhold up
The correct spelling is hold up.
How to pronounce hold up
verb
Say it like: Hol-d u-p
The correct spelling is hold up. To wait or delay. For example: "Hold up a minute. I want to check something."
Usage Examples
“Hold up a minute. I want to check something.”
“I've got to be to work now. Why are you holding me up?”
“Hold up the table while I slide this underneath.”
Definition
verb
- 1.To wait or delay.
- 2.To impede; detain.
- 3.To support or lift.
- 4.To withstand; to stand up to; to survive.
- 5.To fulfil or complete one's part of an agreement.
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