holding
noun
the act of a person or thing that holds.
holdings
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pluralof holding.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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Investors don’t appear to be perturbed by the prospect of tighter monetary policy, they say, citing that holdings in gold exchange-traded funds have risen in recent sessions.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 18, 2026
The roughly 30-piece show, I Am Plane Image, combines works lent by museums and private collectors with pieces from the family’s own holdings to chronicle the painter’s six-decade career.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 15, 2026
Today’s volatility is a reminder for both AI bulls and skeptics to diversify their tech holdings.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 14, 2026
The council owns a County Farms Estate, comprising about 16,500 acres and 149 holdings for tenants.
From BBC ● Sep. 14, 2026
I would assess my holdings and get the maximum return on my thoughts.
From "The Stranger" by Albert Camus
