Phrasal Verb - hanging on

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Definition

1. To wait or stay in a situation or for someone, especially when it is difficult or frustrating.
2. To continue doing something or holding on to something, especially when under pressure or in a difficult situation.
3. To remain alive or in existence, especially when under threat or in a critical condition.

Examples

No.	Example
1	I'll hang on a minute while I finish this call.
2	She hung on to her seat during the turbulent flight.
3	The company is hanging on by a thread.
4	Despite his illness, he continued to hang on to his job.
5	They hung on to their beliefs even when faced with contradictory evidence.
6	The negotiators hung on for hours in the hope of reaching an agreement.
7	He hung on to every word she said, eager for any sign of affection.
8	She hung on to her purse as the pickpocket approached.
9	Despite their best efforts, the team couldn't hang on to their lead.
10	The survivors hung on for days without food or water.