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.

      由於下雨,我們決定將比賽延後。

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

      他請求將會議延至下週。

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

      這個專案可能會因為預算問題而被延期。

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

    (電影、戲劇等)延長上映,延長演出

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

      這部電影因觀眾的熱烈反應而加映了更多場次。

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

      這部戲劇的票房持續上升,因此將加演更多場次。

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

      由於壓倒性的好評,導演宣布將加演兩場。