Example sentences of "[conj] [noun pl] [be] hold on the " in BNC.

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1 Diplomatic relations were established with all six countries , and discussions were held on the means of future co-operation .
2 However , this conflict between preparation for an invasion and the immediate raiding of the enemy coasts was never clearly resolved ; and a force of Royal Marines and Commandos was held on the Clyde forever preparing for landings against the possible need to capture an Atlantic island base should Gibraltar fall .
3 This year on Trinity Sunday , a candle-lighting ceremony with music , poetry , banners and balloons was held on the steps of St Martin's-in-the-fields church to mark AI 's anniversary .
4 Both craft businesses are run by professionals and courses are held on the premises .
5 Festivities and worship-rites were held on the top which declined when the new faith arrived .
6 As discussions were held on the formation of a government , deliberations were also taking place within Congress ( I ) on the issue of the next Prime Minister .
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