Sentence examples for effectively holding from inspiring English sources
"The protesters are effectively holding hostage thousands of innocent people.
It is struck only once, effectively holding a kind of mirror up to the whole work.
"We're effectively holding people but away from supervision by Australian courts.
In return, Chiang wanted the Russians to return his son, Chiang Ching-kuo, whom they were effectively holding hostage.
The Colombian government was officially protecting Pablo's family, but they were also effectively holding them in place.
It failed to pursue this option effectively, holding three rounds of discussions with the Dalai Lama's representatives but offering no concessions.
Until then, Russian taxpayers will effectively hold them.
He will effectively hold a veto on all major decisions.
Major decisions require an 85% majority, so the US effectively holds power of veto.
The Andante first movement was effectively held in check, played with surging power and tortured intensity but eerie steadiness.
"I effectively hold their hand and be their producer through the experience, every single day," she said.
