Pronunciation: /hoʊld fæst/
noun a firm grip or grasp
A1 I always hold fast to my beliefs.
A2 She told her children to hold fast to each other in the crowded market.
B1 The captain ordered the crew to hold fast to the railing during the storm.
B2 In times of uncertainty, it is important to hold fast to your values.
C1 The political party's supporters held fast to their leader despite the scandal.
C2 The athlete's determination to hold fast to his training regimen paid off in the championship.
verb to grip or grasp firmly
A1 Please hold fast to the railing while going down the stairs.
A2 I had to hold fast to my beliefs even when others disagreed.
B1 It's important to hold fast to your values in times of uncertainty.
B2 The team decided to hold fast to their strategy despite facing challenges.
C1 The company must hold fast to its commitment to sustainability in all decision-making.
C2 As a leader, it is crucial to hold fast to your vision even when faced with opposition.
adjective firmly secured in place
A1 Please hold fast to the railing while walking down the stairs.
A2 It is important to hold fast to your beliefs, even when others disagree.
B1 The team needs to hold fast to their strategy in order to succeed.
B2 In times of uncertainty, it is crucial to hold fast to your principles.
C1 The captain instructed the crew to hold fast during the storm.
C2 Despite the challenges, she continued to hold fast to her dreams and eventually achieved success.
adverb in a secure or unyielding manner
A1 Hold fast to the railing while going down the stairs.
A2 She told her dog to hold fast to the toy and not let it go.
B1 It is important to hold fast to your beliefs, even in difficult times.
B2 Despite the challenges, the team held fast to their original game plan.
C1 The captain instructed the crew to hold fast during the storm.
C2 In times of uncertainty, it is crucial to hold fast to your principles and values.
formal In times of uncertainty, it is important to hold fast to your principles.
informal When things get tough, just hold fast and keep pushing through.
slang Dude, you gotta hold fast and not let anyone bring you down.
figurative She held fast to her dreams, refusing to let anyone deter her from achieving them.
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