Some examples of word usage: hanging on to
1. She was hanging on to the edge of the cliff for dear life.
Ela estava se segurando na beira do penhasco para não cair.
2. The child was hanging on to his mother's hand as they walked through the crowded market.
A criança estava segurando na mão da mãe enquanto caminhavam pelo mercado lotado.
3. Despite the strong winds, the flag was hanging on to the pole.
Apesar dos ventos fortes, a bandeira estava se segurando no mastro.
4. He was hanging on to his job by a thread after making several mistakes.
Ele estava se segurando no emprego por um fio depois de cometer vários erros.
5. The old lady was hanging on to her memories of her youth.
A velha senhora estava se agarrando às lembranças de sua juventude.
6. The team was hanging on to their lead in the final minutes of the game.
A equipe estava se segurando na liderança nos últimos minutos da partida.