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holds

Pronunciación: [/hoʊldz/]

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Contexto: «keep in possession»

(verb) to have and keep something in your possession. Like when you have a toy or a book and don't let it go.

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She holds the trophy proudly.

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He doesn't hold onto things for long; he always loses them.

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Who holds the key to the treasure chest?

Contexto: «support or grip»

(verb) to support something or grip onto it firmly. Like when you hold onto a railing for support or hold a pencil to write.

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He holds onto the handlebar tightly while riding his bike.

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She couldn't hold the heavy box; it slipped from her grasp.

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How do you hold onto a swing while swinging?

Contexto: «contain or have space for»

(verb) to contain or have enough space for something. Like when a bag holds all your toys or a room holds all your friends.

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The storage bin holds all her winter clothes.

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The tiny purse couldn't hold all her belongings.

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How many books can the bookshelf hold?

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