HOLDS TO Synonyms: 72 Similar and Opposite Words

holds to

phrase

present tense third-person singular of hold to

as in keeps (to)

to give steadfast support to She held to her goal of becoming a veterinarian.

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lives up to

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Once again, the hotel lives up to its goal of being a celebration of Seville.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Oct. 2026
Dorsey had an all-time game this fall that lives up to his lofty ranking, intercepting four passes against North Clayton.

— Jeff Sentell, AJC.com, 21 Oct. 2026

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