Ahold

usgb/əˈhoʊld/
verb

To have obtained possession of something.

I finally got ahold of the latest smartphone.
Visual representation of "ahold" - To have obtained possession of something.

Usage tips

Neutral

get ahold of,hold onto,keep ahold of

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Informal Use

Usually informal, 'ahold' is better suited for casual conversations.

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Common Usage

Use it when discussing obtaining something.

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It's great for everyday language.
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Emotional Context

It can refer to controlling emotions too.

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For example, 'She got ahold of her anxiety.'
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