Phrasal verb №121
hold on
/həʊld ɒn/
Meaning
To wait for a short time; also to keep a firm grip
Example
Hold on, I’ll get my coat and come with you.
Hold on, I’ll get my coat and come with you.
Examples with the phrasal verb hold on
Please hold on for a moment, I will check the book on the shelf.
Please hold on for a moment, I will check the book on the shelf.
When the wind came, he held on tightly to the umbrella.
When the wind came, he held on tightly to the umbrella.
Please hold on the line; the manager will speak to you soon.
Please hold on the line; the manager will speak to you soon.