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Definition

Stop; wait; hold on. Used to interrupt speech or proceedings so that one can make a comment or query.

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In Context

  • "Miss Girzie at these words started up, and said, "Sir, sir, just a minute." "I can hear no more," cried I; "it is plain you intend to make a bargain with my friend..."
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Also Said As

  • just a second
  • hold it right there
  • hold on a minute
  • wait a minute
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Opposite In Meaning

  • go on
  • please continue