hold out

verb

1. 1

   thrust or extend out

   He held out his hand

   point a finger

2. 2

   stand up or offer resistance to somebody or something

3. 3

   continue to live through hardship or adversity

   We went without water and food for 3 days

   These superstitions survive in the backwaters of America

4. 4

   wait uncompromisingly for something desirable

   He held out for the dessert and did not touch the cheeses

5. 5

   last and be usable

   This dress wore well for almost ten years