Question 1

What does "hold up as" mean?

Accepted Answer

To present a person or thing as a positive model or ideal that others should admire or imitate

Question 2

How do you use "hold up as" in a sentence?

Accepted Answer

She is often held up as an example of perseverance in the face of adversity.

Question 3

Is "hold up as" formal or informal?

Accepted Answer

"hold up as" is register-neutral — appropriate in both casual and formal contexts. Often used in speeches, journalism, and teaching. Can be used positively (a hero) or ironically (a warning). Common in both British and American English.

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