Meanings
How to pronounce "hold up":
AU
Mid-Atlantic
To wait or delay.
Example: "Hold up a minute. I want to check something."
To impede; detain.
Example: "I've got to be to work now. Why are you holding me up?"
Example: "What is holding up traffic?"
To support or lift.
Example: "Hold up the table while I slide this underneath."
To withstand; to stand up to; to survive.
Example: "hold up to scrutiny"
Example: "hold up to heavy use"
To fulfil or complete one's part of an agreement.
Example: "I don't think he's holding up his end of the bargain."
Example Sentences
1
The sturdy bridge will surely hold up under the weight of heavy trucks.
2
We need to hold up our end of the deal and deliver the goods on time.
3
The comedian's joke caused the audience to hold up with laughter.
