hold own

hold your own

to be as successful as other people or things in a situation. She can hold her own in any debate on religion. The French franc held its own against the D-mark. (often + against)

See also: hold

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hold your/its own

to prove that you or something is as good as others. She can hold her own in any debate on religion. Our cotton shirts can hold their own against shirts costing $40 or more.

Usage notes: often said about a competitive situation

See also: hold