hold something over

Related to word: hold

片語動詞

Definition

  1. to postpone something

    拖延…

    • Due to the rain, we decided to hold the match over.

      由于下雨,我们决定将比赛延后。

    • He requested to hold the meeting over until next week.

      他请求将会议延至下周。

    • The project might be held over due to budget issues.

      这个项目可能会因为预算问题而被延期。

  2. When a film, play, etc. is extended for additional showings, usually due to its popularity with audiences.

    (电影、戏剧等)延长上映,延长演出

    • The movie was held over for additional screenings due to the enthusiastic audience response.

      这部电影因观众的热烈反应而加映了更多场次。

    • The play's box office numbers continued to rise, so it will be held over for more performances.

      这部戏剧的票房持续上升,因此将加演更多场次。

    • Due to the overwhelming positive reviews, the director announced that it will be held over for two more showings.

      由于压倒性的好评,导演宣布将加演两场。