hold, please

hold, please

Please remain on the telephone line until someone is available. Hold, please, while I see if Mrs. Smith is available. A: "Hi, is Jane there?" B: "Hold, please."
See also: please
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
See also:
  • please hold
  • hold the wire
  • hold the phone
  • Hold the phone!
  • dead-tree edition
  • dead-tree format
  • for hire
  • hire
  • on hire
  • at your service
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There is also the problem of user intervention needed to install the audio files, often resulting in out-of-date content, or the use of ineffective generic scripts ("Your call is still on hold, please stay on the line.").
Easy On Hold Provides Innovative Message on Hold Solution for Asterisk
Could you hold, please' in at least three different languages."
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Scott's mum Tracey looks like being the most likely contender, but before this storyline takes hold, please, someone, somewhere, give the woman some acting lessons.
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"It improves message content, cuts down the overall number of telephone calls and provides a 24-hour answering capability." It can ensure, for instance, that the receptionist isn't constantly on the phone saying: "Please hold, please hold."
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HOLD, PLEASE POUCHES: A simple pouch makes a great gift, and adding a touch of waxed cotton canvas gives it a special touch. Stitch up a set of pouches in different sizes to fit a gift card, sewing supplies or a tablet