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as in denying
to be unwilling to grant
must withhold official approval until all the proper forms have been submitted
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as in keeping
to continue to have in one's possession or power
withhold some money for your own expenses
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Recent Examples of withholding
Sometimes withholding information can be a deliberate strategy to encourage employees’ independence.
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Antony Robinson, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
The novel delights in withholding easy answers.
—Tajja Isen, The Atlantic, 11 Dec. 2024
Her parents are less evolved, with her military father withholding a place for her on his Wall of Heroes.
—Gil MacIas, People.com, 5 Dec. 2024
Four Republicans withholding their support would sink his nomination — a prospect that could prompt his withdrawal.
—Yacob Reyes, Axios, 4 Dec. 2024
Certainly Western countries could start withholding intelligence from India if their trust is strained.
—Daniel Block, The Atlantic, 30 Nov. 2024
Is love about playing hard to get or withholding affection for you?
—Mark Travers, Forbes, 30 Nov. 2024
The narrator is withholding information from a family seeking a lost child.
—Randy Boyagoda, The Atlantic, 27 Nov. 2024
The legality of withholding federal funds without congressional approval remains uncertain.
—Janae Bowens, Baltimore Sun, 27 Nov. 2024
Antony Robinson, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
The novel delights in withholding easy answers.
—Tajja Isen, The Atlantic, 11 Dec. 2024
Her parents are less evolved, with her military father withholding a place for her on his Wall of Heroes.
—Gil MacIas, People.com, 5 Dec. 2024
Four Republicans withholding their support would sink his nomination — a prospect that could prompt his withdrawal.
—Yacob Reyes, Axios, 4 Dec. 2024
Certainly Western countries could start withholding intelligence from India if their trust is strained.
—Daniel Block, The Atlantic, 30 Nov. 2024
Is love about playing hard to get or withholding affection for you?
—Mark Travers, Forbes, 30 Nov. 2024
The narrator is withholding information from a family seeking a lost child.
—Randy Boyagoda, The Atlantic, 27 Nov. 2024
The legality of withholding federal funds without congressional approval remains uncertain.
—Janae Bowens, Baltimore Sun, 27 Nov. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for withholding
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For The Times) Cathedral pressed hard for an equalizer in the final 40 minutes, but senior goalkeeper Chris Stillwell stood tall for the visitors, denying several quality chances from close range.Steve Galluzzo, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
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Apparently, that company is really bad on denying claims.Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
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And Andrew Ferguson Selected As Latest Picks The pivot keeping Frenkie de Jong out of the starting XI is Marc Casado, who has Pedri in front of him plus a Dani Olmo that played in the Westfalenstadion a number of times for his last club RB Leipzig in the Bundesliga.Tom Sanderson, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Owners can do a number of things to relieve this type of anxiety in dogs, such as leaving a long-lasting chew toy with them when leaving and keeping the radio on to muffle outside noises.Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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This method enabled competitors to keep their overhead costs low, retaining minimal staff and reducing the risk of product spoilage en route.Molly Peck, USA TODAY, 11 Dec. 2024
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Their ability to work miles away from their supervisor would expand the impact and reach of practices while retaining care continuity.Arthur L. Kellermann, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Delaying, holding onto outmoded tactics, may keep Ankara aligned with its old image of control, but risks leaving it on the sidelines as other players lock in gains.Guney Yildiz, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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So that is his, and William’s been holding onto that as his good luck charm or his little memento to keep him safe throughout the war.Jessica Radloff, Glamour, 11 Dec. 2024
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Last month, the country sent a clear message rejecting the radical policies of the past few years and choosing instead a path of common sense, constitutional order, and preserving our freedoms.Rich Lowry, National Review, 11 Dec. 2024
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The essence of brand stewardship is preserving what makes a brand special even while growing as part of a long-term vision.Tripp Westbrook, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Mangione was also initially charged in Pennsylvania with forgery, carrying firearms without a license, tampering with records or identification, possessing instruments of a crime and providing false identification to law enforcement.Molly Bohannon, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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He was also known for possessing a cannon of a right arm, which accounted for 123 assists from the corner outfield (and for two scoreless appearances, a decade apart, that covered 5 2/3 innings on the mound).Zack Meisel, The Athletic, 11 Dec. 2024
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“Withholding.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/withholding. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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