Hold together

verb

To stay connected or united, or to make things do so.

The glue is holding together the broken pieces of the vase.
Visual representation of "hold together" - To stay connected or united, or to make things do so.

Often appears as...

  • things hold together
  • relationships hold together
verb

To continue functioning or coping during difficult times.

She is the one who holds the family together in times of crisis.
Visual representation of "hold together" - To continue functioning or coping during difficult times.

Often appears as...

  • family holds together
  • relationship holds together
verb

To make sense or remain logical and consistent.

His argument doesn't hold together well.
Visual representation of "hold together" - To make sense or remain logical and consistent.

Often appears as...

  • argument holds together
  • theory holds together

Usage tips

Academic

verb

To stay connected or united, or to make things do so.

The glue is holding together the broken pieces of the vase.
Visual representation of "hold together" - To stay connected or united, or to make things do so.

Often appears as...

  • things hold together
  • relationships hold together
verb

To continue functioning or coping during difficult times.

She is the one who holds the family together in times of crisis.
Visual representation of "hold together" - To continue functioning or coping during difficult times.

Often appears as...

  • family holds together
  • relationship holds together
verb

To make sense or remain logical and consistent.

His argument doesn't hold together well.
Visual representation of "hold together" - To make sense or remain logical and consistent.

Often appears as...

  • argument holds together
  • theory holds together

Usage tips

Academic

Definition 1 of 3
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Emotional Unity

Indicates a strong bond in relationships, suggesting mutual support and togetherness.

Illustration for Emotional Unity
The team held together after the setback, showing great spirit.
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Mechanical Connection

Refers to physical objects being attached or affixed to one another.

Illustration for Mechanical Connection
The tape managed to hold together the two wires.
LampPro Tip 1/2

Emotional Unity

Indicates a strong bond in relationships, suggesting mutual support and togetherness.

Illustration for Emotional Unity
The team held together after the setback, showing great spirit.
LampPro Tip 2/2

Mechanical Connection

Refers to physical objects being attached or affixed to one another.

Illustration for Mechanical Connection
The tape managed to hold together the two wires.
LampPro Tip 1/2

Emotional Unity

Indicates a strong bond in relationships, suggesting mutual support and togetherness.

Illustration for Emotional Unity
The team held together after the setback, showing great spirit.
LampPro Tip 2/2

Mechanical Connection

Refers to physical objects being attached or affixed to one another.

Illustration for Mechanical Connection
The tape managed to hold together the two wires.
Visual representation of the word "Hold together"

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