Answer: heldon

AnswerCrossword Clue
HELDONKept a tight grip
HELDONDidn't let go
HELDONKept going
HELDONGot a grip
HELDONHung in there
HELDONKept one's grip
HELDONWas patient
HELDONWaited patiently
HELDONPersisted
HELDONContinued
HELDONPersevered
HELDONWas tenacious
HELDONGripped tightly