How to Use holder in a Sentence

holder

noun
  • She is the holder of an honorary degree.
  • Ford watched as the man placed the card in his cup holder.
    — Emily Davies, BostonGlobe.com, 2 June 2022
  • Put the holders in a row on the tray with the Shamash candle at the center.
    — Karen Hugg, Washington Post, 22 Nov. 2023
  • All are still up on the year, which will give some comfort to 401(k) holders.
    — The Editors, National Review, 6 Aug. 2024
  • Ticket holders taste the creations and vote on the best bite.
    — Bahar Anooshahr, The Arizona Republic, 11 Sep. 2024
  • One permit holder, a judge who did not want to be named, was irate at the leak.
    — Greg Moran, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 July 2022
  • As for shoppers, beauty is in the eye of the pigeon-holder.
    — Jacob Gallagher, WSJ, 22 Aug. 2022
  • David Norris, the 2021 champ and men’s record holder, was a late scratch with a heel injury.
    — Chris Bieri, Anchorage Daily News, 4 July 2022
  • The pen comes with a hefty round desk holder that doubles as a place to store extra tips.
    — Dallas News, 12 Jan. 2023
  • Magnetic buckle holders on the sides of the seat are a nice touch that keep the buckles in place.
    — Jessica Booth, Parents, 14 Feb. 2024
  • Once the mortgage has been paid off, the voucher holder will own the home outright.
    — Margaret Kates | [email protected], al, 15 Apr. 2023
  • Wrap a wooden craft ring with twine, and tie between the beads for the napkin holder.
    — Charlyne Mattox, Country Living, 30 Mar. 2023
  • Gyeongju would go on to finish third–one spot above the title holders.
    — Neel Shelat, Forbes, 26 Sep. 2024
  • This tray from Uncommon Goods has a cup holder and a spot for your book or tablet.
    — Christopher Murray, Fox News, 17 Oct. 2024
  • Markings on the toothpick holder are a sticker with GF and Made in Japan.
    — Brenda Yenke, cleveland, 2 June 2022
  • Fold it up into a compact holder to take on the go, then unfold it and hang it up.
    — Isabel Garcia, People.com, 1 Nov. 2024
  • The AirTag is one of the most customizable smart tags on the market thanks to the wide range of AirTag holders.
    — Katherine Alex Beaven, Travel + Leisure, 31 Mar. 2023
  • Pass holders will be able to ski up to seven days at St. Moritz with no blackout dates.
    — Alison Fox, Travel + Leisure, 5 Apr. 2024
  • The pass is $80 per year and allows two pass holders to be listed on it, each marked with a signature on the back of the card.
    — Bailey Berg, AFAR Media, 9 Jan. 2025
  • And while the Suntan Tub doesn't have a cup holder, the removable headrest is a nice touch.
    — Theresa Holland, Travel + Leisure, 1 June 2022
  • These holders hang over the base of a cabinet or shelf and offer the perfect home for your mugs and cups.
    — Kat Romero, Rolling Stone, 16 May 2024
  • And this knife set takes it to the next level with a sleek holder that looks great sitting on the countertop.
    — Hyphensocial Contributors, Rolling Stone, 5 Oct. 2024
  • The holder was like a stove lid with a hole in it on which the melting pot could be set and a cook stove used to melt bullet metal.
    — Outdoor Life, 23 Nov. 2023
  • Plus, with three 7-inch tines that dig into the ground, this hose holder is sturdy and easy to install.
    — Megan Boettcher, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Apr. 2023
  • With a wine glass holder and book or tablet stand, it's guaranteed to take her self-care evenings to the next level.
    — Sabrina Talbert, Women's Health, 17 Mar. 2023
  • And if your toothbrush holder is made of wood, avoid the dishwasher.
    — Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 May 2025
  • Parker is a big-time player and is the San Diego Section record holder in the 400 meters.
    — John Maffei, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Aug. 2022
  • That’s how Yoder, the current world record holder for the backward mile, found his way into the sport.
    — Gaya Gupta, Washington Post, 9 July 2022
  • Jake Elliott stretched out to 62 yards working with just his long snapper and holder and Cade York did the same.
    — Dan Labbe, cleveland, 20 Aug. 2022
  • Equipped with plenty of storage, rod holders and an adjustable seat back, this kayak is a great long-term pick for anglers on the go.
    — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 19 May 2025

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