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词汇 hold your own
释义
Idiom
hold your ownhold (your) own
to be as successful as other people or things in a situation.
She can hold her own in any debate on religion.The French franc held its own against the D-mark.
(often + against)
idiomhold your ownto defend yourself or to succeed in a difficult situation:The captain had radioed that he was holding his own, only minutes before the freighter sank.Cassidy's voice is high and light - he can't hold his own against three electric guitars.Knowing that he could hold his own with the great actors gave Davison new confidence.The reason women are holding their own in athletics is that they've learned how to train and how to be tough.

hold (one's) own

To 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 your own

COMMON 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 own

retain 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 ˈown

remain 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.’
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