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to consist of
Godan VerbIntransitive Verb

Definitions

  1. 1. to consist of
  2. 2. to be made up of
  3. 3. to be concluded (e.g. of an agreement)
  4. 4. to be viable (of a business, lifestyle, etc.)
This う-verb means to be established, to hold true, or to come into being as a functioning whole. It is often used to describe things like agreements, theories, or systems that are valid or successfully formed. For example, a business deal or a logical argument might be described using this word.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

He said, "This argument doesn't hold up — the terms are too vague."

Sentence 2

If that assumption falls apart, the whole argument doesn't hold up.

Sentence 3

Honestly, I can't see a company staying afloat on sheer willpower alone.

Sentence 4

At this rate, the work just isn't going to hold together on enthusiasm alone.

Sentence 5

She said, "A joke only works when there's trust behind it."