To Hold Up
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English Phrasal Verb: To Hold Up
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English Phrasal Verbs can be complex for students to learn. To Hold Up has many meanings!
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- TO HOLD UPTo rob at gunpointExample: The bank was held up by three armed robbers.
- Court Bank
- Freeze! We're holding up this bank! Put all the money in the bag and no one gets hurt.
- TO HOLD UPTo delayExample: Susan and Jeff were holding up traffic as they fixed the burst water pipe.
- How's your leg holding up after the operation?
- Sorry to hold you up while we are fixing a leaking pipe!
- STOP
- It's great thanks for asking. I just need to make sure I use my cane.
- TO HOLD UPTo hold something in a high position in order for it to be seenExample: Jessica and Mike held up the map so everyone could see it.
- TO HOLD UPTo support someone or something to stop them falling down.Example: Ariana's parents had to hold her up after the race because she was so tired.
- TO HOLD UPTo stay strong or be in a good condition.Example: Joe's leg was holding up fine after his operation.
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