Meaning: This idiom means to wait for a short period of time or to hold tightly to something, often in difficult situations.
Usage in Example Sentences:
- “Hang on, I’ll be with you in just a minute.”
- “During the bumpy ride, he told us to hang on to the handrails.”
- “Just hang on, things will get better soon.”
Origin: The phrase “hang on” originates from the literal action of holding onto something, especially in challenging circumstances. Over time, it evolved into a figurative expression meaning to remain patient, wait, or persist through difficulties. It’s widely used in casual conversation to ask someone to wait briefly or to encourage someone to persevere.
