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Recent Examples of hang on
Piecyk called 2026 the ideal moment for Cook to hand off the baton, with Apple shares near all-time highs and a favorable upgrade cycle taking shape as consumers hang on to older phones and carriers push fresh subsidies.
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Mackenzie Sigalos, CNBC, 17 Mar. 2026
After not holding a lead until the third period, Hanover (21-2-2) grabbed its first early in the final frame and hoped to hang on to it.
—Jack Murray, Boston Herald, 15 Mar. 2026
Leadership was able to hang on by leasing a piece of property bought by the original ownership.
—Lauren Costantino
march 14, Miami Herald, 14 Mar. 2026
And if history continues to repeat itself, today’s working-age employees will mostly hang on to their jobs.
—Rachyl Jones, semafor.com, 11 Mar. 2026
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Mackenzie Sigalos, CNBC, 17 Mar. 2026
After not holding a lead until the third period, Hanover (21-2-2) grabbed its first early in the final frame and hoped to hang on to it.
—Jack Murray, Boston Herald, 15 Mar. 2026
Leadership was able to hang on by leasing a piece of property bought by the original ownership.
—Lauren Costantino
march 14, Miami Herald, 14 Mar. 2026
And if history continues to repeat itself, today’s working-age employees will mostly hang on to their jobs.
—Rachyl Jones, semafor.com, 11 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hang on
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The women’s games are covered by ESPN, ESPN 2, ESPNNEWS, with some of the marquee team’s early games carried on ABC.—
Eric Womack,
Hartford Courant,
1 Apr. 2026
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The open casting call has been made, and auditions are scheduled for this spring, as early as next week, and will carry on throughout the summer.—
Omar Kelly,
Miami Herald,
31 Mar. 2026
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The best way to protect yourself during an earthquake is to drop, cover and hold on, officials say.—
CA Earthquake Bot,
Sacbee.com,
5 Apr. 2026
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The Penguins strengthened their hold on second in the Metropolitan Division by blitzing the Panthers during the first half of the second period, pouring in four goals in less than 10 minutes.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
4 Apr. 2026
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To keep up the momentum, the Indian government earlier this year announced a 20‑year tax exemption for hyperscalers using data centers in the country to serve global clients.—
Priyanka Salve,
CNBC,
31 Mar. 2026
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Iran kept up the pressure on its Gulf Arab neighbors, as Saudi Arabia intercepted five missiles targeting its oil-rich Eastern province, Bahrain sounded a missile alert, and a fireball erupted over Dubai as an incoming missile was taken out by defenses.—
Jon Gambrell,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Mar. 2026
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By Easter Sunday, April 5, most of the rain will clear out with low chances hanging around for Central Texas.—
Brayden Garcia,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
1 Apr. 2026
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Head outside and grab some pictures; many of these spring-blooming beauties only hang around a few days.—
Andy Wilcox,
Better Homes & Gardens,
31 Mar. 2026
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If and when a new CDC director nominee is named, and if that individual manages to win confirmation from a Senate that is showing itself increasingly willing to dig in its heels on presidential appointments, the hard work will just be starting.—
Helen Branswell,
STAT,
30 Mar. 2026
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Let’s dig in and take a closer look at the other important events on our radar.—
Zev Fima,
CNBC,
29 Mar. 2026
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The Colorado Hospital Association — which opposes the bill — says state laws require all hospitals to screen patients for discounted care, wait six months before garnishing wages, and provide 30 days' notice.—
Shaun Boyd,
CBS News,
31 Mar. 2026
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With the March 31 deadline approaching, experts warn that waiting too long can leave Medicare users paying more—and with fewer options—until the next enrollment period begins in October.—
Amanda Greenwood,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Mar. 2026
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Harder still to see the people who have persevered through it all and the culture that preserves signs of civilization, even in deeply uncivil times.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
3 Apr. 2026
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However, the outlet also says Beatrice is persevering and trying to block out the outside noise.—
Lizzie Lanuza,
StyleCaster,
31 Mar. 2026
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The property really comes alive at dusk, so stick around for it.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
3 Apr. 2026
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One concern with athletes sticking around indefinitely into their mid-20s or beyond is that college sports could start to look more like pro sports, except not as good as the NFL or NBA, resembling minor leagues, which are traditionally difficult to market.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
3 Apr. 2026
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“Hang on.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hang%20on. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.
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