hold out

definition: thrust or extend out
example:
speech part: verb
synonyms: extend
definition: stand up or offer resistance to somebody or something
example:
speech part: verb
synonyms: stand firm resist withstand
definition: continue to live through hardship or adversity
example:
speech part: verb
synonyms: last
definition: wait uncompromisingly for something desirable
example:
speech part: verb
synonyms:
definition: last and be usable
example:
speech part: verb
synonyms: wear

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