hold out

a negotiator who hopes to gain concessions by refusing to come to terms;
a refusal by a negotiator to come to terms in the hope of obtaining a better deal
the act of hiding playing cards in a gambling game so they are available for personal use later
thrust or extend out;
stand up or offer resistance to somebody or something
last and be usable;
wait uncompromisingly for something desirable;
continue to live through hardship or adversity;