Phrasal Verb - holding against

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Definition

A phrasal verb where 'hold' means to keep insisting or opposing, especially in a formal or legal context. One party holds a position against another party, often in a debate or negotiation.

Examples

No.	Example
1	Despite the evidence, the defendant held against the jury's decision.
2	The employer held against the union's demands for higher wages.
3	The politician held against the public's calls for his resignation.
4	The manager held against the employee's request for a promotion.
5	The prosecutor held against the defendant's alibi.
6	The judge held against the defendant's motion to dismiss the case.
7	The negotiator held against the opposing party's proposal.
8	The lawyer held against the witness's testimony.
9	The parent held against the child's request for a later curfew.
10	The coach held against the player's appeal for a starting position.