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hold the fort

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  1. hold the fortverb

    To assume responsibility, especially in another's absence.

  2. hold the fortverb

    To maintain a secure position.

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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of hold the fort in Chaldean Numerology is: 9

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of hold the fort in Pythagorean Numerology is: 5

Examples of hold the fort in a Sentence

  1. Regina Ip:

    It's not too difficult to submit a resignation letter, I have done that Regina Ip... but it's more difficult to stay behind and take care of the aftermath, we would like her to continue to hold the fort... it's not easy to deal with the fallout and clean up this mess. I think she should do her duty.

  2. Jrue Holiday:

    Have his back, i mean, Giannis is a one-of-a-kind guy. We obviously all see his basketball talent, but as a human being he’s one of a kind. ... In my opinion, one of the biggest things we did the last two games was play for him, have his back and hold the fort while he was out with an injury.


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