Definition
- C2
To perform as well as others in a competitive or challenging situation; to be able to compete effectively.
In a heated debate, she can always hold her own against anyone.
The startup is striving to hold its own in the market against the big corporations.
Despite being less experienced, he is able to hold his own among the seasoned colleagues in the team.
To remain in a stable condition, without getting worse; to maintain one's current state of health.
She has been ill for a while, but she is holding her own.
Despite the surgery, his health condition is holding its own.
The doctor said his condition is not worsening, which is good news; he is holding his own.