HOLD OFF Synonyms: 82 Similar and Opposite Words

hold off

verb

Definition of hold off

as in to resist

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as in to put off

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Recent Examples of hold off Babenzien had planned to expand Jolie’s assortment sooner, but rapid growth of the original showerhead prompted him to hold off. — Karin Eldor, Vogue, 11 Nov. 2026 However, just days before that deadline, several hemp businesses filed a lawsuit, and now, the state has agreed to temporarily hold off on enforcement against those covered by the lawsuit. — Marissa Perlman, CBS News, 9 Nov. 2026 Across the state in NC-01, Democratic incumbent Don Davis hopes to hold off Republican Laurie Buckhout in a district NC Republicans redrew to unseat Davis. — Charlotte Observer, 3 Nov. 2026 Despite a solid effort and some timely plays from quarterback Kalieb Osborne, the Falcons played keepaway for more than 26 minutes in the second half to hold off the comeback and win, 35-26. — Joe Arruda, Hartford Courant, 31 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for hold off

Recent Examples of Synonyms for hold off

Verb

Opposition leaders have joined forces to resist any attempt to extend Tshisekedi’s rule, organizing protests at home and seeking support from European governments.

— Ruben Nyanguila, semafor.com, 13 Nov. 2026
Huang has repeatedly resisted export controls publicly, a move that has rubbed some lawmakers the wrong way.

— Garrett Downs,Justin Papp,Karen James Sloan,Irit Skulnik, CNBC, 13 Nov. 2026

Definition of resist

Verb

Several progressive Democrats want to put off the vote until the new Congress convenes in January, giving them time to rewrite provisions favoring renewables projects over fossil fuel ventures.

— Bob Woods, CNBC, 7 Nov. 2026
She'd been put off so many times and told, ‘Oh, something will happen tomorrow.

— Barry Levitt, Time, 6 Nov. 2026

Definition of put off

Verb

Evans defeated Bartram Trail 26-13 Star receiver Dillard, who was turned back into a quarterback after Jackson was injured, scored on a pair of running plays from 12 yards and 15 yards.

— Chris Hays, The Orlando Sentinel, 14 Nov. 2026
Erik Spoelstra potentially could turn back to Wiggins in the starting lineup.

— Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 13 Nov. 2026

Definition of turn back

Verb

The House is expected to take up the impeachment resolution Tuesday evening, Massie said, but will likely first hold a procedural vote to table the measure.

— Senior Editor, CBS News, 10 Nov. 2026
Impeachment resolutions are privileged, meaning the House must act on them, table them or vote to refer them to committee within two legislative days.

— Kevin Breuninger, CNBC, 10 Nov. 2026

Definition of table

Verb

Alas, the Criterion Collection, at a glance, is a bunch of old movies on DVD, and yet, one that has grown to resemble a large, quite selective archive intended to withstand the ephemeral winds of Netflix, Peacock and Prime.

— Christopher Borrelli, Chicago Tribune, 13 Nov. 2026
Those used in fight scenes were modified to support prop blades (none of which featured in the auction) and withstand the stresses of combat.

— Oscar Holland, CNN Money, 13 Nov. 2026