hold on

hold on  {v.}

1. To keep holding tightly; continue to hold strongly.

As Ted was pulling on the rope, it began to slip and Earl cried, "Hold on, Ted!"

Syn.: HANG ON.

2. To wait and not hang up a telephone; keep a phone for later use.

Mr. Jones asked me to hold on while he spoke to his secretary.

3. To keep on with a business or job in spite of difficulties.

It was hard to keep the store going during the depression, but Max held on and at last met with success.

4.  {informal}

To wait a minute; stop. — Usually used as a command.