Definition
to remain firm in seeking what you desire until it is obtained
堅持要求獲得…
She decided to hold out for a higher salary until she got the figure she desired.
她決定堅持要求更高的薪水，直到獲得她想要的數字。
Even in tough times, he held out for his ideals, despite opposition from everyone.
即使在困難時期，他也堅持自己的理想，儘管遭到所有人的反對。
He has waited for six months, but still holds out for the promised raise.
他已經等了六個月，但仍然堅持要求承諾的加薪。