Sentence examples for hold the area from inspiring English sources

Rebels, who hold the area, say the area was targeted by gas-filled shells fired by government forces.

A peshmerga fighter who has been stationed at the Kaywan Iraqi army base, outside Kirkuk, since yesterday confirmed to the Guardian that Kurds hold the area.

The forces opposing the insurgents must first clear an area to provide security, then hold the area, and then try to improve living conditions.

Last year, a group of American soldiers spent two months in the valley to help the Afghan government clear and hold the area and pulled out in September.

But Mr. Gbagbo's forces continue to hold the area in Abidjan around his residence, the presidential palace and the state television building.

Today, Shiite fighters help the Syrian government to hold the area around Sayida Zeinab — a foothold that helps prevent rebels from fully encircling Mr. Assad's seat of power in Damascus.

"This time, we'll have the force levels we need to hold the areas that have been cleared".

However, at the same time, ISIS will be tested on its ability to hold the areas now under its control while attempting to expand its territory.

Hold the areas of the Pillowcase near the blood spot with each hand, then rub against each other to help loosen the blood.

"We are holding the area.

To create an adhesive surface to which the gold will be securely held, the area to be gilded is sized.