English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "i will hold" Mean?
Learn what "i will hold" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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I will hold off the boss as long as I can.
It means the speaker will delay or stall the boss temporarily.
From Under Her Control, Episode 6
When do people say this?
Scene Context
The speaker says they will delay the boss for as long as possible.
Usage Scenario
Use this at work when you need to buy time before speaking to a manager or delivering bad news. It can sound informal, but it is natural in spoken English.
Better ways to say it
1
I'll hold off the boss as long as I can.
2
I'll stall the boss as long as I can.
3
I'll keep the boss busy for as long as possible.
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