Hold On, Hold Up, Hold Back & Hold Onto — Speak Like a Native | English Podcast

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[00:00:08]Hello everyone. Welcome back to Business English Desk. I'm Laura and I am so happy you're here with us today.

[00:00:16]>> Hey everyone, I'm Jamie and honestly today's topic is one I've been wanting to cover for a while.

[00:00:22]>> Same because these four phrasal verbs are so so common. like you hear them every single day.

[00:00:30]>> Every single day in conversations, >> in meetings, >> on the phone, >> with friends, >> at work, >> everywhere, >> everywhere. And today we are breaking all four of them down completely. We're talking about hold on, hold up, hold back, and hold onto. Yes.

[00:00:49]>> And each one >> has more than one meaning.

[00:00:53]>> More than one meaning.

[00:00:54]>> So we are going deep today. Full deep dive.

[00:00:57]>> Full deep dive with real examples.

[00:01:00]>> Two role plays, >> common mistakes, >> and a quiz at the end >> with thinking pauses so you can test yourself.

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[00:01:39]>> Let's go. All right, first up, hold on.

[00:01:44]Now, this is one of those phrases that people use without even thinking about it. like it just comes out naturally. So meaning number one, the most common one, hold on means wait, just wait a moment.

[00:01:59]Like you need someone to pause before they continue. For example, hold on.

[00:02:05]I'll be right back. Simple every day.

[00:02:08]Like give me a second. Don't go anywhere.

[00:02:12]>> Right? Or on the phone. Hold on. Let me check that for you. like, "Wait a moment while I find the answer."

[00:02:19]>> Yes, we hear that every time we call customer service. [laughter] >> Every single time or in a meeting. Hold on. Can you repeat that, please? I didn't catch it. Like, wait, pause. Say that again.

[00:02:33]>> Yes. Or casually. Hold on. Are you seriously telling me that happened?

[00:02:40]Like, wait a second. I need to process this.

[00:02:44]>> Yes, that reaction. Hold on. We've all done that.

[00:02:48]>> All of us. When someone tells you something so surprising, you just go, "Hold on."

[00:02:55]>> Exactly. Like your brain needs a moment.

[00:02:58]>> Your brain needs a moment. So meaning one, hold on. To wait or pause for a moment.

[00:03:06]>> Got it? Now meaning to hold on can also mean to grip something tightly or keep holding something like physically holding on to something so you don't fall or lose it.

[00:03:20]>> Oh like hold on tight the road is bumpy like grip whatever you're holding and don't let go.

[00:03:27]>> Exactly. Or she held on to the railing as she climbed the stairs like she kept gripping it she didn't let go.

[00:03:35]>> Right. Or on a roller coaster, hold on.

[00:03:39]Like, grip the bar and don't let go.

[00:03:42]>> Yes. Your life depends on it.

[00:03:45]>> Literally.

[00:03:46]>> Or more casually, hold on to your bag.

[00:03:49]This area can be crowded. Like, keep a firm grip on it. Don't lose it.

[00:03:54]>> Very practical. Very everyday. So, meaning to hold on to grip or keep holding something physically.

[00:04:03]>> Perfect. And meaning number three, >> ooh, another one.

[00:04:08]>> Yes, hold on, can also mean to survive or keep going through a difficult situation. Like don't give up, keep going, hang in there.

[00:04:19]>> Oh yes.

[00:04:21]>> Like just hold on, things will get better.

[00:04:26]>> Meaning don't give up, keep going, you can do this.

[00:04:30]>> Exactly. or the team held on through the most difficult quarter of the year. Like they kept going, they didn't give up even when things were hard.

[00:04:41]>> H that's such an important one. Like sometimes in life and in business, all you can do is hold on.

[00:04:49]>> Right? Just hold on and trust that it gets better.

[00:04:53]>> Beautifully said. Or even in sports, the team held on in the final minutes and won the game. Like they maintained their position. They didn't collapse.

[00:05:03]>> Yes. Very common in sports commentary.

[00:05:06]>> Very common. So meaning three, hold on, to survive or keep going through difficulty.

[00:05:14]>> Three meanings to wait, to grip physically >> and to keep going through difficulty.

[00:05:21]>> All very useful. all very every day.

[00:05:25]>> Okay, quick practice.

[00:05:27]>> Ready?

[00:05:28]>> Hold on. I need to grab my notes before we start.

[00:05:31]>> Meaning one, wait a moment. Give me a second.

[00:05:35]>> Yes, she held on to the handle as the bus moved.

[00:05:39]>> Meaning two, she gripped it, kept holding on physically.

[00:05:44]>> Perfect. It was a tough year, but they held on and came out stronger. meaning three. They survived the difficulty.

[00:05:52]They kept going.

[00:05:54]>> Three for three.

[00:05:55]>> Let's go.

[00:05:57]>> Perfect score.

[00:05:58]>> Okay, my turn. Let's talk about hold up.

[00:06:02]Now, this one is really interesting because its meanings are quite different from each other. So, meaning number one, hold up means to delay something or cause a delay. Like something is slowing you down or stopping you >> from moving forward. like, "Sorry I'm late. I got held up in traffic."

[00:06:23]Meaning, the traffic delayed me. It caused me to be late.

[00:06:28]>> Yes, we say that all the time. I got held up. It's such a natural phrase, >> right? Or the project was held up by a technical issue. Meaning, the technical issue caused a delay. It slowed everything down.

[00:06:44]>> Or in a meeting, what's holding up the approval process? like what is causing the delay? Why is it taking so long?

[00:06:51]>> Oh yes, very common in project management when things are slow. Someone always asks what's the holdup?

[00:06:59]>> Right? What's the holdup? Like why is this taking so long? What's causing the delay?

[00:07:04]>> And notice you can use it as a noun, too. There's a holdup on the highway like a delay, a congestion, a blockage.

[00:07:13]>> Yes, noun or verb both work. So meaning one, hold up, to delay or cause something to slow down. Now meaning number two, and this one is very literal. Hold up means to physically raise something or lift it up.

[00:07:30]>> Oh yes. Like hold up your hand if you have a question. Like raise it, lift it up. Exactly.

[00:07:37]>> Or she held up the document so everyone could see it. like she raised it, lifted it so it was visible.

[00:07:46]>> Or in a classroom, hold up your books to page 32. Like, raise them, show me.

[00:07:53]>> Yes. Very simple, very physical.

[00:07:56]>> So, meaning two, hold up, to physically raise something or lift it.

[00:08:02]>> Got it? Now, meaning number three, and this one is a bit more serious. Hold up can mean to rob someone, usually with a weapon.

[00:08:15]>> Oh, yes. Like a robbery.

[00:08:17]>> Exactly. Like the store was held up last night. Meaning it was robbed. Someone came in and robbed it.

[00:08:26]>> Right. Or there was a holdup at the bank, like a robbery took place.

[00:08:32]>> Yes. And again, it works as a noun. A holdup.

[00:08:36]>> Right. You'll hear this in news reports, crime stories, movies.

[00:08:41]>> Very common. Now, meaning number four, and this one is really positive. Hold up can mean to remain strong or to stay in good condition under pressure or over time.

[00:08:56]>> Oh, yes. Like, how is the new system holding up? Meaning, is it still working well? Is it remaining strong?

[00:09:04]>> Right. Or she held up really well under all that pressure. Like she stayed strong. She didn't crack.

[00:09:12]>> Yes. Or the old bridge is still holding up after all these years. Like it's still in good condition. Still strong.

[00:09:21]>> That's a great one. Like about people or things that stay strong over time.

[00:09:27]>> Exactly. So hold up. Four meanings. to delay something, >> physically raise something, >> rob someone, >> and to remain strong under pressure.

[00:09:38]>> For very different meanings, >> same two words.

[00:09:42]>> English never stops surprising me.

[00:09:44]>> Never. Okay, quick practice.

[00:09:46]>> Ready?

[00:09:47]>> Sorry I'm late. I got held up at the office.

[00:09:51]>> Meaning one, something delayed you. You couldn't leave on time.

[00:09:55]>> Yes. [sighs and gasps] Hold up your ID so the camera can see it. Meaning two, physically raise it, lift it up.

[00:10:03]>> Perfect. The convenience store was held up by two men last night.

[00:10:09]>> Meaning three, it was robbed.

[00:10:11]>> Yes. How is your team holding up with all the extra work?

[00:10:16]>> Meaning four, are they staying strong?

[00:10:19]Are they managing well?

[00:10:20]>> Four for four.

[00:10:21]>> Outstanding. [laughter] >> Perfect score again. Okay, next one.

[00:10:27]Hold back. Now this one is really rich.

[00:10:32]Like it has so many layers. So meaning number one, hold back means to stop yourself from doing something or saying something. Like you want to do it or say it, but something stops you. You hold back. Like she held back what she really wanted to say because it wasn't the right moment. like she stopped herself.

[00:10:58]She didn't say it >> right. Or I could tell he was holding back his frustration during the meeting.

[00:11:05]Like he was stopping himself from expressing it, keeping it in.

[00:11:09]>> Yes. And sometimes holding back is the right thing to do.

[00:11:14]>> Sometimes.

[00:11:15]>> And sometimes it's not.

[00:11:17]>> Right. [laughter] Like don't hold back.

[00:11:20]>> Tell me what you really think.

[00:11:22]>> Meaning don't stop yourself.

[00:11:24]>> Be honest. Say what's on your mind.

[00:11:27]>> Yes. Or in a creative setting, this is a brainstorm. Don't hold back. Any idea is welcome. Like, don't limit yourself.

[00:11:36]Don't filter your thoughts. Just say everything.

[00:11:40]>> Oh, that's such a common and powerful phrase in creative meetings.

[00:11:45]>> So common.

[00:11:46]>> So, meaning one, hold back. To stop yourself from saying or doing something.

[00:11:51]>> Perfect. Now meaning number two, hold back can also mean to prevent someone or something from moving forward or progressing.

[00:12:02]>> Like something is stopping them from growing or advancing. Oh, like fear is the only thing holding you back. Meaning fear is preventing you from moving forward. It's blocking your progress.

[00:12:16]>> Yes, that's such a powerful one. or don't let self-doubt hold you back from applying for that job. Like don't let it prevent you. Don't let it stop you.

[00:12:28]>> That's so real. So many people hold themselves back without even realizing it.

[00:12:33]>> Without even realizing it or in a professional context, the lack of funding is holding back the project.

[00:12:40]Like it's preventing progress. It's blocking advancement.

[00:12:44]>> Or what's holding back the growth of this company? Like what is preventing it from growing?

[00:12:50]>> Yes. Very common in business and leadership conversations.

[00:12:54]>> Very common. So meaning to hold back to prevent progress or stop someone from moving forward.

[00:13:02]>> Perfect. And meaning number three.

[00:13:05]>> Oh, there's a third.

[00:13:06]>> Yes. Hold back can also mean to keep something or withhold information like not sharing everything you know. Oh, >> like I feel like he's holding something back.

[00:13:20]>> Meaning >> he's not telling me everything. He's keeping something from me. Exactly. Or she held back some details from the report. Like she didn't include everything. She withheld some information.

[00:13:34]>> H that could be intentional or unintentional.

[00:13:38]>> Right. Sometimes people hold back to protect someone >> or to protect themselves >> or both. or both. So hold back meaning three to withhold information or keep something back.

[00:13:52]>> Three meanings >> to stop yourself >> to prevent progress >> and to withhold information.

[00:13:59]>> All very useful.

[00:14:01]>> All very real.

[00:14:03]>> Okay. Quick practice.

[00:14:05]>> Ready?

[00:14:06]>> He held back his tears during the speech.

[00:14:09]>> Meaning one he stopped himself from crying. He held the emotion in. Yes.

[00:14:15]Don't let your past hold you back from your future.

[00:14:19]>> Warmly meaning two. Don't let it prevent you from moving forward.

[00:14:24]>> Perfect. I think she's holding back some important details.

[00:14:29]>> Meaning three, she's not sharing everything. She's withholding information.

[00:14:34]>> Three for three.

[00:14:35]>> Always. [laughter] >> Never misses.

[00:14:39]>> Okay, last one. And I really love this one. Hold on to. So, meaning number one, and this is the most literal, hold on to means to grip something firmly or keep holding it so you don't lose it. Like physically holding on to something, like hold on to your ticket. You'll need it at the gate. Meaning, keep it safe, don't lose it, keep it in your hands or your pocket.

[00:15:05]>> Right? Or she held on to her bag tightly in the crowded market. Like she gripped it firmly. She didn't let it go.

[00:15:14]>> Yes. Or hold on to the rope and don't let go. Like keep your grip.

[00:15:19]>> Stay holding it. Exactly. Very literal.

[00:15:22]Very physical.

[00:15:24]>> So meaning one, hold on to to grip or keep something so you don't lose it. Now meaning two. And this one is emotional.

[00:15:35]Hold on to can mean to keep something even though you might not need it anymore. Like a memory, a feeling, an old belief.

[00:15:46]>> Oh, yes. Like she held on to every letter he ever wrote her. Like she kept them. She didn't throw them away. They meant something to her.

[00:15:57]>> M. That's so beautiful. Or he's still holding on to the hope that things will change. Like he's keeping that hope alive, refusing to let it go.

[00:16:09]>> Yes. or even she held on to old beliefs that were no longer serving her, like she kept them even though they weren't helping her.

[00:16:19]>> H Sometimes letting go is healthier than holding on to things.

[00:16:23]>> Sometimes. And sometimes holding on to things gives you strength.

[00:16:28]>> True. It depends on what you're holding on to.

[00:16:32]>> Exactly. Or in a professional sense, the company held on to its core values even as it grew. Like they kept them. They didn't let them go despite the changes.

[00:16:43]>> That's a great one. Like holding on to values through growth and change.

[00:16:49]>> Exactly.

[00:16:50]>> So meaning to hold on to to keep something even when you might not need to.

[00:16:57]>> Perfect. And meaning number three.

[00:17:00]>> Oh, another one.

[00:17:01]>> Yes. Hold on to can also mean to keep something temporarily on behalf of someone else.

[00:17:09]>> Oh, like keeping it safe for someone.

[00:17:12]>> Exactly. Like, can you hold on to this while I use the restroom? Like, keep it for me. Look after it temporarily.

[00:17:20]>> Right. Or I'll hold on to the documents until the meeting starts. Like, I'll keep them safe. I'll look after them for now.

[00:17:28]>> Yes. Or, can you hold on to my seat while I get a drink? like keep it for me. Don't let anyone take it.

[00:17:35]>> Oh yes, we've all asked that.

[00:17:37]>> At every conference, every event, every cinema, [laughter] >> everywhere. So hold on to meaning three to keep something temporarily for someone else.

[00:17:48]>> Three meanings >> to grip something physically, >> to keep something emotionally >> and to look after something for someone else.

[00:17:55]>> All three very useful, >> very everyday.

[00:17:59]>> Quick practice.

[00:18:00]>> Ready? Hold on to the handrail. The floor is slippery.

[00:18:03]>> Meaning one, grip it firmly. Keep holding it physically.

[00:18:07]>> Yes. He held on to the memory of that day for years.

[00:18:11]>> Meaning two, he kept the memory. He didn't let it go.

[00:18:15]>> Exactly. Can you hold on to my phone while I sign the documents?

[00:18:19]>> Meaning three, keep it for me temporarily. Look after it for now.

[00:18:24]>> Three for three. [laughter] >> Perfect.

[00:18:28]>> Flawless. Okay, so we've covered all four. Hold on, hold up, hold back, and hold on to.

[00:18:36]>> And now the fun part. [laughter] >> Role play time.

[00:18:41]>> Yes. Okay, situation one. We're in a professional setting. A manager and an employee are having a one-on-one check-in.

[00:18:50]>> Oh, perfect. I'll be the manager.

[00:18:52]>> And I'll be the employee.

[00:18:54]>> Here we go. Okay. So, how are you holding up with everything on your plate right now?

[00:19:00]>> Honestly, it's been a lot, but I'm holding on. I don't want to hold back from telling you that the workload has been really heavy lately.

[00:19:08]>> I really appreciate you saying that.

[00:19:10]Don't ever hold back from being honest with me. And I want you to hold on to that openness. It makes you a stronger team member.

[00:19:19]>> Okay. Did everyone catch all four?

[00:19:21]>> All four in one conversation.

[00:19:23]>> Holding up. Staying strong under pressure.

[00:19:26]>> Holding on. Surviving a difficult situation.

[00:19:29]>> Hold back. Don't stop yourself from being honest.

[00:19:32]>> Holding on to keep that quality. Don't lose it.

[00:19:36]>> So natural.

[00:19:38]>> So completely natural.

[00:19:39]>> That's exactly how these phrases flow in real professional conversations >> without even thinking.

[00:19:45]>> That's the goal.

[00:19:46]>> Always the goal. Okay, let's do one more roleplay.

[00:19:50]>> Yes, casual this time.

[00:19:51]>> Two friends. One of them is going through a tough time.

[00:19:55]>> Oh, okay. This is going to be a good one.

[00:19:58]>> Here we go.

[00:19:58]>> Hey, hold on. You don't look okay.

[00:20:01]What's going on?

[00:20:03]>> I don't know. I just feel like so many things are holding me back right now at work, in my personal life, everywhere.

[00:20:12]>> I hear you, but I think you're also holding back a lot of what you feel. You don't have to do that with me. What's really going on?

[00:20:21]I've just been holding on to a lot of stress and I don't know how to let it go.

[00:20:27]>> Then just hold on one day at a time. You don't have to fix everything today. Just hold on.

[00:20:34]>> Wow, that was really beautiful.

[00:20:36]>> And look, all four phrasal verbs in one real conversation.

[00:20:41]>> Hold on. Wait. And also keep going.

[00:20:45]>> Holding me back. Preventing progress.

[00:20:47]>> Holding back. stopping yourself from expressing.

[00:20:51]>> Holding on to keeping the stress inside >> and hold on at the end meaning keep going. Don't give up.

[00:20:58]>> So powerful.

[00:20:59]>> So human >> business English and life English.

[00:21:03]>> Life English again. I love it. Okay, let's talk about common mistakes because people do make mistakes with these phrasal verbs and that is completely fine. But knowing the mistakes helps you avoid them.

[00:21:19]>> Exactly. Let's go.

[00:21:21]>> Mistake number one. Confusing hold on with hold on to. Like they sound similar but they're used differently. Like someone might say hold on my bag while I tie my shoes.

[00:21:36]>> Hm. That sounds off, >> right? The correct phrase is hold on to my bag. Hold on to is used when you're gripping or keeping something.

[00:21:47]>> And hold on is used for waiting or keeping going.

[00:21:50]>> Exactly. Hold on means wait. Hold on to this means keep it.

[00:21:56]>> Clear difference.

[00:21:57]>> Very clear. Mistake number two. Using hold up when you mean hold on for waiting.

[00:22:04]>> Oh, like hold up. I'll be right back.

[00:22:07]Hm. Actually, in casual American English, hold up can mean wait, too.

[00:22:14]>> Oh, really?

[00:22:15]>> Yes. Like, hold up. What did you just say? Is very natural.

[00:22:20]>> Oh, okay. So, it's informal.

[00:22:22]>> It's informal. But in more formal settings or professional situations, hold on is safer, >> right? Use hold on at work.

[00:22:31]>> Use hold on at work.

[00:22:32]>> Good to know. Mistake number three, forgetting that hold back can be reflexive.

[00:22:39]>> Hm. What do you mean?

[00:22:40]>> So, sometimes people say he held back himself.

[00:22:44]>> H that sounds unnatural.

[00:22:46]>> Right. The natural way to say it is he held himself back or simply he held back.

[00:22:54]>> Right. The reflexive pronoun goes between held and back.

[00:22:58]>> Exactly. He held himself back. Not. He held back himself.

[00:23:04]>> Right. That sounds very strange.

[00:23:07][laughter] >> Very strange.

[00:23:09]>> Mistake number four. Using hold on to when you mean hold back.

[00:23:14]>> Oh, like she held on to her frustration during the meeting.

[00:23:22]>> That could work, but it's a little unusual. The more natural phrase is, she held back her frustration >> because hold back is specifically about stopping yourself from expressing something.

[00:23:35]>> Exactly. Hold on to is more about keeping something or not letting it go.

[00:23:42]>> Small difference, but important.

[00:23:44]>> Very important. Native speakers will notice.

[00:23:47]>> Good to know.

[00:23:48]>> Mistake number five, wrong pronoun position. Oh, the classic.

[00:23:55]>> Yes. So, with all these phrasal verbs, if you use a pronoun, it goes in the middle. So, not hold on it.

[00:24:04]>> That sounds terrible.

[00:24:06]>> It really does. Say hold on to it >> or not hold back it.

[00:24:12]>> Say hold it back.

[00:24:15]>> Hold up. It becomes hold it up. Always.

[00:24:19]The pronoun goes in the right place.

[00:24:21]Always.

[00:24:22]>> Good to know. Write it down.

[00:24:26]>> Write it down.

[00:24:27]>> All right, quiz time.

[00:24:28]>> Yes. Okay, listeners, this is for you.

[00:24:32]After each question, I want you to pause. Think about your answer before Jamie says it.

[00:24:38]>> Test yourself properly.

[00:24:40]>> That's how you really learn. Okay, question one. Hold on. Let me check my calendar before I confirm. What does hold on mean here? Think about it. Take your time.

[00:24:53]>> Wait a moment. Give me a second.

[00:24:55]>> Yes. Perfect. Question two. She held on through the most difficult period of her career. What does hold on mean here?

[00:25:06]Think >> she kept going. She survived the difficulty. She didn't give up.

[00:25:12]>> Exactly. Question three. What's holding up the delivery? It was supposed to arrive yesterday. What does hold up mean here?

[00:25:23]>> Something is causing a delay. What is slowing it down?

[00:25:26]>> Yes. Question four. Hold up your badge when you enter the building. What does hold up mean here?

[00:25:35]>> Physically raise it. Lift it up so it can be seen.

[00:25:39]>> Perfect. Question five. Don't hold back.

[00:25:44]I want your honest opinion. What does hold back mean here? Don't stop yourself. Be open. Say what you really think.

[00:25:53]>> Yes. Question six. His lack of confidence is holding him back from reaching his potential. What does hold back mean here?

[00:26:04]>> It's preventing him from moving forward.

[00:26:07]It's blocking his progress.

[00:26:09]>> Exactly.

[00:26:11]Question seven. Hold on to your receipt.

[00:26:15]You might need it for a refund. What does hold on to mean here?

[00:26:20]>> Keep it safe. Don't lose it. Hold it firmly.

[00:26:23]>> Yes. Question eight. She held on to the hope that things would improve. What does hold on to mean here.

[00:26:32]>> She kept the hope. She didn't let it go.

[00:26:36]She held it close.

[00:26:37]>> Yes. Beautifully said. Last one.

[00:26:41]Question nine. Can you hold on to these files for me until I get back? Last one.

[00:26:48]Take your time.

[00:26:49]>> Keep them for me temporarily. Look after them until I return.

[00:26:54]>> Nine out of nine.

[00:26:56]>> Let's go. [screaming] [laughter] >> Incredible.

[00:27:02]>> I'm basically fluent now.

[00:27:04]>> You really are. [laughter] >> Someone give me a certificate.

[00:27:09]>> I'll hold on to it for you.

[00:27:12]Perfect.

[00:27:13]>> Okay, everyone, that is a wrap on today's episode.

[00:27:18]>> What a good one. Honestly, the hold verbs >> are so emotional.

[00:27:24]>> They really are >> like more than any other set >> we've covered.

[00:27:29]>> These ones feel very human.

[00:27:32]>> Very human. Holding on through difficulty, >> holding back your feelings, >> holding on to what matters. All of it is real life.

[00:27:41]>> All of it.

[00:27:41]>> Okay, let's do our final recap. Nice and clean.

[00:27:46]>> Hold on, meaning one, to wait.

[00:27:49]>> Hold on, meaning two, to grip something physically.

[00:27:54]>> Hold on, meaning three, to survive or keep going through difficulty.

[00:27:59]>> Hold up meaning one, to delay or cause a delay. Hold up meaning two to physically raise something.

[00:28:08]>> Hold up meaning three to rob someone.

[00:28:12]>> Hold up meaning four to remain strong under pressure.

[00:28:17]>> Hold back meaning one to stop yourself from saying or doing something.

[00:28:23]>> Hold back meaning two to prevent progress.

[00:28:27]>> Hold back meaning three to withhold information. Hold on to meaning one to grip something firmly.

[00:28:36]>> Hold on to meaning two to keep something even when you might not need to.

[00:28:42]>> Hold on to meaning three to keep something temporarily for someone else.

[00:28:48]>> That is everything.

[00:28:50]>> That is a lot of meanings.

[00:28:52]>> But all of them are useful.

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[00:29:50]>> Just hold on.

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