Pronunciation: /hoʊld daʊn/
noun A person or thing that holds something down or keeps something under control.
A1 I need help to hold down the fort while I'm away.
A2 Can you hold down the button until I say stop?
B1 She had to hold down two jobs to make ends meet.
B2 The team worked together to hold down the opposing players.
C1 His ability to hold down a leadership role is impressive.
C2 The company relies on her to hold down the fort during busy times.
verb To keep something or someone under control or in a particular position, especially by applying pressure.
A1 I need help to hold down this heavy box.
A2 Can you hold down the fort while I go grab some supplies?
B1 She had to hold down two jobs to make ends meet.
B2 The new manager was able to hold down costs and increase profits.
C1 The experienced team was able to hold down the opposition and secure a victory.
C2 It takes a lot of skill and determination to hold down a leadership position in this company.
formal Please remember to hold down the 'Shift' key while typing in the password.
informal Just hold down the button until the light turns green.
slang You gotta hold down the fort while I'm gone.
figurative She had to hold down her emotions during the difficult conversation.
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