hold down

verb

1. to restrain or control
2. informal.
   to manage to retain or keep possession of

   to hold down two jobs at once

Example Sentences

Pretrial release allows people to hold down jobs and care for their families instead of awaiting trial in jail.

From Los Angeles Times

And an influx of immigrants, legal and undocumented, has boosted the labor supply, helping employers to keep growing and hold down wage inflation.

From Los Angeles Times

"Rather, we wanted to emphasise the fact that we have a lot in common with anyone who holds down a job."

From BBC

As much as Kawhi wants to be on the floor and the hard work he’s putting in to get there, we’re going to hold down until he gets back.”

From Los Angeles Times

Is it trying to hold down prices at the gas pump or is it OK with hiking them?

From Los Angeles Times

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