HOLD TO Synonyms: 72 Similar and Opposite Words

hold to

phrase

Definition of hold to

as in keep (to)

to give steadfast support to She held to her goal of becoming a veterinarian.

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live up to

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The lack of an alternative striker to Haaland could be problematic if the 26-year-old misses any significant period, and given Trafford played an important role in City winning two domestic cups last season, Rulli will have a lot to live up to.

— Sam Lee, New York Times, 3 Sep. 2026
Faraday Future needs a new business to build buzz because its EV venture has failed to live up to the hype.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 3 Sep. 2026

Definition of live up to

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