holding up [ˈholdɪŋ ʌp]

例句:

• Mills have iron pillars all over the place holding up the roof.
  工厂里四处都立有铁柱支撑着房顶。
  
• He walked up the driveway, holding a leash.
  来自NEWYORKER
• Children's wear is one area that is holding up well in the recession.
  童装是经济衰退中仍然保持良好发展的一个领域。
  
• A thief ran off with hundreds of pounds yesterday after holding up a petrol station.
  一名窃贼昨天持械抢劫一家加油站后带着数百英镑逃跑了。
  
• She accused Russia and China of holding up progress.
  来自VOA
• When he looked up, Robbins was holding it.
  来自NEWYORKER