| 释义 |
hold your own hold (one's) ownTo be able to do something with a sufficient level of skill or as well as others can. Don't you worry about me—I've been playing basketball since I was a kid and can hold my own against you bums.See also: hold, ownhold your own COMMON If someone or something holds their own, they are as successful or of the same quality as someone or something else. Some areas of industry, such as shipbuilding, were able to hold their own in international markets. The most highly skilled members of the American workforce can hold their own with any in the world.See also: hold, ownhold your own retain a position of strength in a challenging situation; not be defeated or weakened. 1953 Margaret Kennedy Troy Chimneys A young man so gifted may hold his own very well. See also: hold, ownhold your ˈown remain in a strong position when somebody is attacking you, competing with you, etc: There was a lot of competition but she managed to hold her own. ♢ ‘How’s your father?’ ‘He’s holding his own, but only just. We’ll just have to hope that he’ll start getting better soon.’See also: hold, own |