| 词汇 | hold our own |
| 释义 | (redirected from hold our own)hold (one's) ownTo be able to do something with a sufficient level of skill or as well as others can. Don't you worry about me—I've been playing basketball since I was a kid and can hold my own against you bums. hold one's ownto do as well as anyone else. I can hold my own in a footrace any day. She was unable to hold her own, and she had to quit. hold one's ownDo reasonably well despite opposition, competition, or criticism. For example, The team held its own against their opponents, or Rumors often hold their own against facts. [First half of 1300s] hold your ownCOMMON If someone or something holds their own, they are as successful or of the same quality as someone or something else. Some areas of industry, such as shipbuilding, were able to hold their own in international markets. The most highly skilled members of the American workforce can hold their own with any in the world. hold your ownretain a position of strength in a challenging situation; not be defeated or weakened. 1953 Margaret Kennedy Troy Chimneys A young man so gifted may hold his own very well. hold your ˈownremain in a strong position when somebody is attacking you, competing with you, etc: There was a lot of competition but she managed to hold her own.‘How’s your father?’ ‘He’s holding his own, but only just. We’ll just have to hope that he’ll start getting better soon.’hold (one's) own To do reasonably well despite difficulty or criticism. |
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