On-hold Definition

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(idiomatic) Delayed; postponed; suspended.

This project is on hold until we can get more information.
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Waiting on a telephone call.

I have been on hold for 45 minutes listening to a recording about how important my call is to them.
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On reserve; being held for someone.

I have a book on hold for me at the library.
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Pertaining to a telephone hold state.

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On-hold Sentence Examples

  • But all his disappointments, if not forgotten, at least were put on hold when he qualified for a Varsity letter and the right to wear the maroon sweater of the Parkside Bulldogs.

  • Even news that the Bank of England left interest rates on hold did little to lighten the mood.

  • I DO wish that it business distance small had a speakerphone for all of the time spent on hold with various companies anymore.

  • Reluctantly, they put their own needs on hold and sought out the chief warder.

  • Even ever-smiling Maria, the newly hired helper, put her smile on hold and looked ready to cry.

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Words Starting With

OON

Words Ending With

DLDOLD

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Words Starting With O and Ending With D

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