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as in container
something into which a liquid or smaller objects can be put for storage or transportation
her hat made a good holder for the shells she collected on the beach
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Recent Examples of holder
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.
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Bestreviews, Mercury News, 19 May 2025
And if your toothbrush holder is made of wood, avoid the dishwasher.
—Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 May 2025
One such incident occurred in Gurnee, Illinois, where an adult concealed carry permit holder believed a student was in danger.
—Jazmin Towe, Parents, 9 May 2025
Protesters called to free Mahmoud Khalil, a recent Columbia graduate and green card holder who has been detained by federal immigration authorities.
—Cayla Bamberger, New York Daily News, 8 May 2025
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Bestreviews, Mercury News, 19 May 2025
And if your toothbrush holder is made of wood, avoid the dishwasher.
—Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 May 2025
One such incident occurred in Gurnee, Illinois, where an adult concealed carry permit holder believed a student was in danger.
—Jazmin Towe, Parents, 9 May 2025
Protesters called to free Mahmoud Khalil, a recent Columbia graduate and green card holder who has been detained by federal immigration authorities.
—Cayla Bamberger, New York Daily News, 8 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for holder
Recent Examples of Synonyms for holder
Noun
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Legends finds Jackson playing Victor, a former boxing champ and pizzeria owner.—
Nicole Acosta,
People.com,
28 May 2025
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The tournament’s leadership includes Bay FC founder Aly Wagner and USWNT midfielder Tobin Heath and is backed by Gotham FC minority owner Jennifer Mackesy and her husband, Scott.—
Emily Olsen,
New York Times,
28 May 2025
Noun
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Recipe Tips From The Southern Living Test Kitchen Store leftover muffins in airtight container at room temperature for up to two days.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
28 May 2025
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Start by planting the seeds in a small container; alternatively, use an old egg carton.—
Cody Godwin,
USA Today,
27 May 2025
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Seema Prasad, proprietor of the Nashville farm-to-table bistro Miel, trains servers to ask questions that will help send diners in the right direction.—
Maggie Hennessy,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
16 May 2025
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Nearly half of Americans (43 percent) consider Trump the sole proprietor of the U.S. economy, according to a recent survey by Gallup.—
Hugh Cameron,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 May 2025
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“Holder.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/holder. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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