I need to get a hold of my friend to ask for his help.

Please hold short of the runway.

Please hold still while I take your picture.

The government holds to account those who break the law.

They promised to have and to hold each other forever.

The kidnapper holds the victim to ransom until the ransom is paid.

The kidnapper holds the victim for ransom.

The criminal holds the hostage at gunpoint.

I have a collection of mini-holds on my bookshelf.

They hold in derision anyone who disagrees with them.