Hang in there

Meaning

The idiom "hang in there" means to keep going, persevere, or stay the course in the face of difficulties, hardships, or challenges. It encourages someone to hold on tight and not give up hope even when things are tough.

Usage

• She's facing a lot of stress at work, but she always hangs in there and manages to get everything done on time.
• The weather forecast predicted rain all day, but we decided to go hiking anyway. We hung in there and had a great time!
• He has struggled with addiction for years, but he's been clean for six months now. He knows it won't be easy, but he hangs in there every day.
• She's always been passionate about art, but she's been struggling to find a job in the field. She doesn't give up, though. She keeps hanging in there and trying new things.
• The team was behind by two goals at halftime, but they came back with a vengeance in the second half. They hung in there and won the game!

Roots and History

The idiom "hang in there" is believed to have originated in the mining industry in the late 19th century. Miners would often work long hours in dangerous conditions, and they had to stay focused and determined to avoid accidents and injuries. They hung in there and kept going no matter how tough things got. Over time, the idiom evolved to mean perseverance and resilience in any situation.

Synonyms in English

• "keep fighting,"
• "keep going,"
• "don't give up."

Synonyms in other languages

• Spanish: Mantenerse fuerte y persistir.
• French: Garder la tête haute et continuer à combattre.
• German: Verharren und weiterziehen.
• Italian: Continuare a combattere e non perdere speranza.
• Japanese: 頑張れるのですか？ (Gamaneru no desu ka?)

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