"Hold on now . . ." Crossword Clue

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"Hold on now . . ." Crossword Answer

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Hint 1: Clue Definitions

HOLD (verb)
1. be capable of holding or containing
2. be pertinent or relevant or applicable
HOLD (noun)
1. a state of being confined (usually for a short time)
2. time during which some action is awaited
NOW (adverb)
1. in these times
2. at the present moment
NOW (noun)
1. the momentary present

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