To is an older, southern-gothic turn of phrase that implies looking for a guide, begging not to be let go, or actively leaning on someone to prevent falling.
To simply implies physical contact or comfort. Please Hold to My Hand
In a post on the Main Last of Us Subreddit , viewers highlighted director Craig Mazin's masterful subversion of classic action tropes during the Kansas City ambush. When Joel is attacked by human hunters, the fight is ugly, desperate, and unchoreographed. To is an older, southern-gothic turn of phrase
Fans on the Reddit TLOU Community pointed out the unique phrasing of "holding to my hand". To is an older