as in to carry on
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Recent Examples of hang in
Benny tells his problems to the Megan Fox poster hanging in his dorm room like a talisman of straightness—and the miniature Fox replies.
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Judy Berman, Time, 22 May 2025
Polaris, also known as the 'Pole Star' or 'North Star', is arguably the most famous stellar body to hang in the western hemisphere's night sky.
—Anthony Wood, Space.com, 20 May 2025
But a troubling question hangs in the air: Can the Nuggets, as constructed, be good enough again to win another NBA championship?
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 18 May 2025
Fallbrook went down a set and faced three set points in the second as its season hung in the balance.
—Tim Meehan, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 May 2025
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Judy Berman, Time, 22 May 2025
Polaris, also known as the 'Pole Star' or 'North Star', is arguably the most famous stellar body to hang in the western hemisphere's night sky.
—Anthony Wood, Space.com, 20 May 2025
But a troubling question hangs in the air: Can the Nuggets, as constructed, be good enough again to win another NBA championship?
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 18 May 2025
Fallbrook went down a set and faced three set points in the second as its season hung in the balance.
—Tim Meehan, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hang in
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The Five Stripes will look to carry on that form against Orlando, but the Lions will not be taking this matchup lightly.—
Kyle Foley,
The Orlando Sentinel,
27 May 2025
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The audience was small, and for a portion of its run the show was carried on PBS—awkward, since its host was generally an opponent of government spending.—
Louis Menand,
New Yorker,
26 May 2025
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This could further exacerbate the challenges facing first-time homebuyers in the state, who are struggling to get on the property ladder due to historically high mortgage rates, rising prices, and growing housing costs.—
Giulia Carbonaro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 June 2025
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Visiting an Aman is a bit like getting on a spacecraft destined for planet Luxury.—
Vogue,
Vogue,
3 June 2025
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All ribbing aside, the brother and sister get along famously.—
Jae-Ha Kim,
Rolling Stone,
6 June 2025
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In the beginning, Donald Trump and Elon Musk got along great.—
David Pogue,
CBS News,
1 June 2025
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Nothing got by Courtney as the Orioles beat the New York Yankees 3-2. 1968 — Montreal and San Diego were awarded National League franchises as the league expanded for the first time in seven years.—
Houston Mitchell,
Los Angeles Times,
27 May 2025
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Everybody’s just trying to do enough to get by, and that just wears you out.—
Bailey Richards,
People.com,
25 May 2025
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It’s made out of a soft, silky material and has a relaxed fit that drapes nicely without looking baggy.—
Isabel Garcia,
People.com,
31 May 2025
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Although much of his tomb was destroyed, the research team could make out depictions of a banquet, offerings, and funeral furniture carriers.—
Monica Cull,
Discover Magazine,
27 May 2025
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Going on plenty of walks and sticking to the dog's normal routine can all assist in helping your dog cope with a loss.—
Rachael O'Connor,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 June 2025
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Young men might be more likely to suppress emotional expression, engage in risk-taking behavior, or use substances to cope with grief.—
Charell G. Coleman,
Forbes.com,
4 June 2025
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Your role in the economy could move from direct labor, to managing AI systems like the CEO of a company manages their direct reports, to steering the direction of AI systems working for you like a company board weighing in on long-term direction.—
Luke Drago,
Time,
30 May 2025
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The city must manage costs — as difficult as that is to do politically — rather than searching for new ways to increase taxes.—
Phillip Molnar,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
30 May 2025
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And any enduring culture has answers for parents — traditions around feeding, rest, socialization, purpose and the transition to adulthood.—
Mathilde Ross,
CNBC,
31 May 2025
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With only $276 million in debt and $2.2 billion in cash, this company is well-equipped to endure uncertainties.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2025
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“Hang in.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hang%20in. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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