holding pattern

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Synonyms: holding patterns

Antonyms: holding patterns

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Noun

1. {{lb|en|aviation}} A path taken by an [[aircraft]] waiting to land.
2. {{lb|en|idiomatic}} Any failure to [[advance]]; useless or unproductive activity.

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