“Hold your own”

Definition

To perform well despite difficulty or competition.

Examples

Examples

“This situation is a good example of "Hold your own".”

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Frequently asked questions

What does "Hold your own" mean?
"Hold your own" means to perform well despite difficulty or competition..
How do you use "Hold your own" in a sentence?
Example: "This situation is a good example of "Hold your own"."
What is the Russian or Armenian translation of "Hold your own"?
Держаться достойно в сложных условиях. / Լավ հանդես գալ դժվարության կամ մրցակցության պայմաններում։
Is this idiom formal or informal?
This idiom is neutral and can be used in most contexts.

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