dɪˈfaɪ

dɪˈleɪ dəˈleɪ dɪˈteɪn ɪnˈdjʊə̯(ɹ) ɪnˈd(j)ʊɹ ɡəʊ ɡoʊ ɡəʉ ɡɐʉ lɪv səˈvʌɪv sɚˈvaɪv səˈsteɪn wɪðˈstænd cause to be slowed down or delayed Traffic was delayed by the bad weather she delayed the work that she didn't want to perform be the physical support of; carry the weight of The beam holds up the roof He supported me with one hand while I balanced on the beam What's holding that mirror? hold up something as an example; hold up one's achievements for admiration rob at gunpoint or by means of some other threat continue to live and avoid dying We went without water and food for 3 days These superstitions survive in the backwaters of America The race car driver lived through several very serious accidents how long can a person last without food and water? one crash victim died, the other lived resist or withstand wear, criticism, etc. Her shoes won't hold up This theory won't hold water resist or confront with resistance The politician defied public opinion The new material withstands even the greatest wear and tear The bridge held