Meaning of the word "hang on" in English

What does "hang on" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

hang on

US /hæŋ ɑːn/

UK /hæŋ ɒn/

to wait for a short time

Example:

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Can you hang on a minute? I'll be right with you.

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Hang on, I think I left my wallet inside.

Synonym:

wait hold on pause delay

to hold tightly to something

Example:

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Hang on to the railing, it's slippery.

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She told him to hang on tight as they rode the roller coaster.

Synonym:

hold on grip clutch grasp

to continue to do something or to continue to exist, especially in a difficult situation

Example:

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Despite the challenges, they managed to hang on.

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The company is trying to hang on during the economic downturn.

Synonym:

persevere persist endure survive