English Expression · Intermediate
hold over
To save, delay
Pronunciation: say hold over
Meaning
To save, delay.
Example
These crisps should hold me over until supper.
These crisps should hold me over until supper.
Practice tips
- Practice hold over out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English expression is for intermediate-level learners.