hold (one's) own
To do reasonably well despite difficulty or criticism

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hold one's own
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hold own
hold (your) own
to be as successful as other people or things in a situation.
She can hold her own in any debate on religion.

The French franc held its own against the D-mark.
(often + against)
hold (your/its) own
to prove that you or something is as good as others.
She can hold her own in any debate on religion.

Our cotton shirts can hold their own against shirts costing $40 or more.

Usage notes: often said about a competitive situation
hold (your/its) own
to prove that you or something is as good as others.
She can hold her own in any debate on religion.

Our cotton shirts can hold their own against shirts costing $40 or more.

Usage notes: often said about a competitive situation

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hold one's own
defend one's position
Although her boss is very aggressive she is able to hold her own in any dispute with him.

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hold one's own
v. phr. To keep your position; avoid losing ground; keep your advantage, wealth, or condition without loss.
Mr. Smith could not build up his business, but he held his own.
The team held its own after the first quarter.
Mary had a hard time after the operation, but soon she was holding her own.

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