HOLD UP — ТЛУМАЧЕННЯ
hold up
Cause to be slowed down or delayed.
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- Traffic was delayed by the bad weather.
- She delayed the work that she didn't want to perform.
Be the physical support of; carry the weight of.
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- The beam holds up the roof.
- He supported me with one hand while I balanced on the beam.
- What's holding that mirror?
Hold up something as an example; hold up one's achievements for admiration.
Rob at gunpoint or by means of some other threat.
Continue to live; endure or last.
Приклади
- We went without water and food for 3 days.
- These superstitions survive in the backwaters of America.
- The racecar driver lived through several very serious accidents.
Resist or withstand wear, criticism, etc.
Приклади
- Her shoes won't hold up.
- This theory won't hold water.
Resist or confront with resistance.
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- The politician defied public opinion.
- The new material withstands even the greatest wear and tear.
- The bridge held.
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