hold something out

Related to word: hold

Phrasal Verb

Definition

  1. C2

    to present a potential solution, option, or hope.

    展示(解决方法);怀抱(希望)

    • He held out a viable solution to the team, presenting a hand of hope.

      他向团队提出了一个可行的解决方案,展示了一线希望。

    • Despite the challenges, he held out hope, continuously seeking a way forward.

      尽管面临挑战,他仍然怀抱希望,不断寻找出路。

    • During the meeting, the manager held out possible options, giving employees a sense of future optimism.

      会议期间,经理提出了可能的选择,给员工带来了对未来的乐观情绪。