hang on
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Wait a moment.
Examples
When the project gets tough, hang on and keep working.
If you hang on a little longer, the storm will pass.
The coach shouted, hang on, push through the pain.
She said, hang on, the bus will arrive in five minutes.
She whispered, hang on, we’ll get through this together.
Similar words
just a sec
keep going
stay the course
hold on
wait a moment
persevere
Meanings
Examples
Hang on, I’ll check the file and get back to you.
Could you hang on while I finish this call?
She said, hang on, the bus will arrive in five minutes.
If you hang on a little longer, the storm will pass.
He told me to hang on, but I could feel his impatience.
Similar words
wait a moment
hold on
just a sec
Examples
Hang on, you’re almost at the finish line.
When the project gets tough, hang on and keep working.
She whispered, hang on, we’ll get through this together.
Even if the odds are against you, hang on and don’t quit.
The coach shouted, hang on, push through the pain.
Similar words
keep going
stay the course
persevere
FAQ
It can mean wait briefly or keep persisting depending on context.
How do I use hang on to ask someone to wait?
Say hang on when you want the person to stay in place or pause for a short time.
What does hang on mean when encouraging someone?
It is used to tell someone to keep persisting despite difficulty.
What are synonyms for hang on meaning "wait a moment"?
Synonyms include wait a moment, hold on, and just a sec.
What are synonyms for hang on meaning "keep persisting"?
Synonyms include keep going, stay the course, and persevere.
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