No. 121 in Dutch
houden
"To hold" or "to keep."
In a sentence
Ik houd van boeken lezen.
I love reading books.
Expressing affection or liking for something.
Wij houden een vergadering in de middag.
We are holding a meeting in the afternoon.
Referring to the act of organizing or conducting an event.
Ze houdt haar belofte.
She keeps her promise.
Meaning to maintain or adhere to a commitment.
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