overhold
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈoʊvərhoʊld/
KK: /ˈoʊvərhoʊld/
noun
Definition
The action of keeping something in place or maintaining it for a longer period than usual.
Example
The overhold of the contract allowed the company to continue its operations without interruption.
Conversation
Did you hear about the overhold on the project deadline?
Yeah, I thought they would extend it a bit longer.
I guess they wanted to avoid any last-minute rushes.
That makes sense, a smooth process is better for everyone.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
extension
continuation
prolongation
Antonyms
termination
cessation
conclusion
verb
Definition
To keep something for a longer time than expected or to value something more than it is worth.
Example
The landlord decided to overhold the lease for another month despite the tenant's request to move out.
Tense Forms
Past: overheld
Past Participle: overheld
Conversation
I think we sometimes overhold onto things that don’t matter.
Yeah, it’s easy to get attached to stuff we don’t need.
Exactly! We should learn to let go and move on.
Root Explanation
This word originates from the combination of 'over-' (meaning excessively or beyond) and 'hold' (from Old English 'holdan', meaning to keep or maintain). The word 'overhold' means to keep or maintain something excessively or beyond what is necessary.
Memory Tip
Think of 'over-' meaning excessively and 'hold' meaning to keep — this helps you remember that 'overhold' refers to keeping something too much or too long.
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