Hold onto

verb phrase

To physically grip something so you don't drop it.

Hold onto the handrail while ascending the stairs.
Visual representation of "hold onto" - To physically grip something so you don't drop it.

Often appears as...

  • hold onto the handle
  • hold onto the railing
verb phrase

To keep something valuable or important.

You should hold onto your old photo albums; they're full of memories.
Visual representation of "hold onto" - To keep something valuable or important.

Often appears as...

  • hold onto your belongings
  • hold onto memories
verb phrase

To continue to believe in or adhere to an idea or principle.

Even through tough times, she held onto her faith.
Visual representation of "hold onto" - To continue to believe in or adhere to an idea or principle.

Often appears as...

  • hold onto your beliefs
  • hold onto your principles
verb phrase

To physically grip something so you don't drop it.

Hold onto the handrail while ascending the stairs.
Visual representation of "hold onto" - To physically grip something so you don't drop it.

Often appears as...

  • hold onto the handle
  • hold onto the railing
verb phrase

To keep something valuable or important.

You should hold onto your old photo albums; they're full of memories.
Visual representation of "hold onto" - To keep something valuable or important.

Often appears as...

  • hold onto your belongings
  • hold onto memories
verb phrase

To continue to believe in or adhere to an idea or principle.

Even through tough times, she held onto her faith.
Visual representation of "hold onto" - To continue to believe in or adhere to an idea or principle.

Often appears as...

  • hold onto your beliefs
  • hold onto your principles
Definition 1 of 3
Visual representation of "hold onto"
LampPro Tip 1/3

Safety Action

Used when giving safety instructions or advising to keep hold of something for stability.

Illustration for Safety Action
Hold onto the seat while the bus is moving.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Act of Securing

Implies the act of securing oneself or an item to prevent harm or loss.

Illustration for Act of Securing
Hold onto your puppy's leash tightly in crowded places.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Secure Grip Needed

Suggests a firm grip is essential, often due to movement or risk of slipping.

Illustration for Secure Grip Needed
Hold onto the rope while climbing.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Safety Action

Used when giving safety instructions or advising to keep hold of something for stability.

Illustration for Safety Action
Hold onto the seat while the bus is moving.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Act of Securing

Implies the act of securing oneself or an item to prevent harm or loss.

Illustration for Act of Securing
Hold onto your puppy's leash tightly in crowded places.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Secure Grip Needed

Suggests a firm grip is essential, often due to movement or risk of slipping.

Illustration for Secure Grip Needed
Hold onto the rope while climbing.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Safety Action

Used when giving safety instructions or advising to keep hold of something for stability.

Illustration for Safety Action
Hold onto the seat while the bus is moving.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Act of Securing

Implies the act of securing oneself or an item to prevent harm or loss.

Illustration for Act of Securing
Hold onto your puppy's leash tightly in crowded places.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Secure Grip Needed

Suggests a firm grip is essential, often due to movement or risk of slipping.

Illustration for Secure Grip Needed
Hold onto the rope while climbing.
Visual representation of the word "Hold onto"

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