持
to hold; to maintain; to support
Meanings
6 senses · 30 examplesverb
to hold; to grasp; to carry
Refers to holding something physically in one's hand, often emphasizing the grip.
He is holding an umbrella, standing at the door.
The soldier held a steel gun with a solemn expression.
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Holding a stick with both hands to defend oneself.
The old man walked slowly, holding a cane.
Please hold your boarding passes and line up.
verb
to hold (an opinion, attitude, etc.); to maintain
Used abstractly to indicate having or maintaining a specific view, belief, or attitude.
Everyone holds an optimistic attitude towards this plan.
I hold a different opinion.
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What is your view on this matter?
Judges must hold a fair stance when hearing cases.
He has always held a skeptical attitude towards these rumors.
verb
to support; to maintain; to keep up
Often used for maintaining a state, continuing an action, or upholding principles.
We must persist in exercising.
Can this situation last long?
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Perseverance is the key to success.
Both sides maintained calm to avoid the conflict escalating.
The team supported each other and overcame the difficulties.
verb
to manage; to be in charge of; to run
formalRefers to taking responsibility for managing affairs or household matters.
She manages the housework at home and works very hard.
This meeting was presided over by Manager Li.
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He is in charge of the overall situation of the company.
Who is going to be in charge of this project?
Old Wang is good at managing the household, and life is going very well.
verb
to control; to coerce; to kidnap
Often used in contexts involving force, threats, or unlawful restraint.
Taking hostages is a serious crime.
The gangsters hijacked a bus.
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Don't let the other party coerce your thinking.
He was forcibly taken to this room.
The negotiator tried to peacefully rescue the person being held.
verb
to oppose; to confront; to stand off
Used to describe a situation where two sides are evenly matched and neither yields, leading to a stalemate.
Both sides stood their ground, and the negotiations reached a stalemate.
The two armies faced each other across the riverbank for three days.
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This argument has been deadlocked for a long time.
No one is willing to yield, so they can only continue to stand off.
The forces are equally matched, making the outcome hard to predict.