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Hold for Meaning in English

expression

ˈhoʊɫd/ /ˈfɔɹ/, /fɝ/, /fɹɝ
HOHLD for, HOHLD fur, HOHLD furr
hˈəʊld/ /fˈɔː
HOHLD faw

Definição

To keep, save, or reserve something for a specific person, reason, or later time.

Uso & Nuances

Commonly used in customer service (e.g. 'Can you hold this for me?'), reservations, or when saving items for someone. Usually followed by a person, reason, or time. More formal than 'save for'; not used for physical holding in hand.

Frases de Exemplo

Can you hold this for me until I come back?

basic

Please hold the tickets for Sarah.

basic

They will hold your order for 24 hours.

basic

Could you hold for just a minute while I check?

natural

We can hold the package for you until Friday if needed.

natural

The store agreed to hold it for me, so I’ll pick it up tomorrow.

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