verb to wait or pause
preposition used to indicate that one is waiting or stopping for a short period of time
Used to request for a pause or break in a musical performance
Used to encourage teammates to maintain their current position or strategy
Used by pilots to request air traffic control for a delay in takeoff or landing
Used to request for a vehicle to wait or stop momentarily
Used to ask a customer to wait on the line
In a professional context, a writer may use 'hold on' when asking for more time to gather information or when requesting a pause in a conversation to think of a better way to phrase something.
A psychologist may use 'hold on' when working with a client to pause and reflect on a particular topic or to give the client a moment to process their thoughts and emotions.
A doctor may use 'hold on' when speaking with a patient to review medical records or consult with colleagues before making a treatment decision.
A teacher may use 'hold on' when addressing a classroom to pause a lesson for a moment of reflection or to gather materials for a demonstration.
A lawyer may use 'hold on' when speaking with a client to review legal documents or consult with other legal professionals before proceeding with a case.