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holdups

The correct spelling is holdups.

How to pronounce holdups

noun

Say it like: Hol-dup-s

The correct spelling is holdups. A delay or wait. For example: "What is the hold-up?"

Usage Examples

What is the hold-up?

This is a hold-up! Give us all your money.

Definition

noun

  1. 1.A delay or wait.
  2. 2.A robbery at gunpoint.
  3. 3.The holding back of a card that could win a trick in order to use it later.
  4. 4.(in the plural) Women's stockings designed to be worn without suspenders.

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