Hold fast to something

verb phrase

To firmly stick, adhere, or cling to something.

The suction cups hold fast to the wall.
Visual representation of "hold fast to something" - To firmly stick, adhere, or cling to something
verb phrase

To firmly believe, follow, or maintain something such as a belief or principle.

She holds fast to her belief in humanity.
Visual representation of "hold fast to something" - To firmly believe, follow, or maintain something such as a belief or principle
verb phrase

To continue to do or keep doing something despite difficulties.

We must hold fast to our commitment to finish the project.
Visual representation of "hold fast to something" - To continue to do or keep doing something despite difficulties
verb phrase

To hold or grip something tightly to prevent it from moving.

In the storm, he had to hold fast to the railings.
Visual representation of "hold fast to something" - To hold or grip something tightly to prevent it from moving
verb phrase

To firmly stick, adhere, or cling to something.

The suction cups hold fast to the wall.
Visual representation of "hold fast to something" - To firmly stick, adhere, or cling to something
verb phrase

To firmly believe, follow, or maintain something such as a belief or principle.

She holds fast to her belief in humanity.
Visual representation of "hold fast to something" - To firmly believe, follow, or maintain something such as a belief or principle
verb phrase

To continue to do or keep doing something despite difficulties.

We must hold fast to our commitment to finish the project.
Visual representation of "hold fast to something" - To continue to do or keep doing something despite difficulties
verb phrase

To hold or grip something tightly to prevent it from moving.

In the storm, he had to hold fast to the railings.
Visual representation of "hold fast to something" - To hold or grip something tightly to prevent it from moving
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Physical Attachment

Used when something physically adheres to another surface without movement.

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The sticker will hold fast to the notebook cover.
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Strong Connection

Highlights a tight or secure attachment that's difficult to separate.

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Painters tape must hold fast to the trim while painting.
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Physical Attachment

Used when something physically adheres to another surface without movement.

Illustration for Physical Attachment
The sticker will hold fast to the notebook cover.
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Strong Connection

Highlights a tight or secure attachment that's difficult to separate.

Illustration for Strong Connection
Painters tape must hold fast to the trim while painting.
LampPro Tip 1/2

Physical Attachment

Used when something physically adheres to another surface without movement.

Illustration for Physical Attachment
The sticker will hold fast to the notebook cover.
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Strong Connection

Highlights a tight or secure attachment that's difficult to separate.

Illustration for Strong Connection
Painters tape must hold fast to the trim while painting.
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