Definition:
wait to do something until one is satisfied
Examples:
She held out for better terms in the negotiations.
They refused to take the first offer. They are holding out for a better price.
TOEFL® Tip:
Note that “hold out” is a phrasal verb, and the stress falls on the word “out.” Phrasal verbs are included on the TOEFL® test as they are so frequent in English. Look for the the “TOEFL® phrasal verbs” graphic that highlights the phrasal verbs in the Idioms in English programs.
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