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as in to put off
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Recent Examples of hold off
But hold off on warm-season annuals and vegetables, such as tomatoes, until your area's frost-free date.
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Midwest Living, 14 Apr. 2026
In the past, lawmakers have cited Ethics Committee investigations as reason to hold off on making any judgment until the panel has concluded its work.
—Caitlin Yilek, CBS News, 13 Apr. 2026
Residents in Maryland are pleading with leaders to hold off, joining others around the country worried about the harm the projects may bring.
—Paul Schwartzman, Washington Post, 13 Apr. 2026
It's ensnared all kinds of products, including phones, laptops, and consoles, forcing consumers to pay more or hold off on purchases.
—Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 10 Apr. 2026
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Midwest Living, 14 Apr. 2026
In the past, lawmakers have cited Ethics Committee investigations as reason to hold off on making any judgment until the panel has concluded its work.
—Caitlin Yilek, CBS News, 13 Apr. 2026
Residents in Maryland are pleading with leaders to hold off, joining others around the country worried about the harm the projects may bring.
—Paul Schwartzman, Washington Post, 13 Apr. 2026
It's ensnared all kinds of products, including phones, laptops, and consoles, forcing consumers to pay more or hold off on purchases.
—Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 10 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for hold off
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hold off
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The addition of the Kevlar core allowed the fiber to resist deformation and store enough energy to double its jumping height, which matches the capabilities of soil-dwelling insects like springtails.—
Aman Tripathi,
Interesting Engineering,
23 Apr. 2026
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In January, Francisco Manzo was charged with assaulting a peace officer with a deadly weapon and four counts of resisting an officer.—
Caelyn Pender,
Mercury News,
23 Apr. 2026
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Immediately after last year’s NFL draft, in which the Rams came away with two first-round picks in 2026, coach Sean McVay put off any hint of anticipation about how the team might leverage their bounty in this year’s draft.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
22 Apr. 2026
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Particularly, Kachka said, Ukraine is willing to put off receiving subsidies from the EU’s Common Agricultural Policy, or CAP, for several years in an attempt to ease concerns over one of the bloc’s largest and most politically sensitive programs.—
Oliver Crook,
Bloomberg,
21 Apr. 2026
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In midst of the 1996-1997 race and battling hurricane-force winds and waves reaching six stories high, Goss decided to turn back into the storm to save fellow competitor Raphaël Dinelli, whose boat had capsized thousands of miles from land.—
Alex Ritman,
Variety,
22 Apr. 2026
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On April 21, shortly after passing Sri Lanka, the tanker made an abrupt course change — first a sharp 90-degree turn to the south, then another sharp 90-degree turn back east.—
Brad Lendon,
CNN Money,
22 Apr. 2026
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The General Assembly could deal with that risk, before the traditional May 31 close of the spring session, and table the broader megaprojects effort until the fall veto.—
David Greising,
Chicago Tribune,
24 Apr. 2026
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These foodie tours dive deeper into the cuisines of each region, with hands-on experiences and a look at the local food culture from sourcing to preparation to table.—
Beth Luberecki,
USA Today,
11 Apr. 2026
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Unfortunately for Portland, that was not enough to withstand the tidal-wave run the Spurs went on starting in the middle of the third quarter.—
Christian Clark,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2026
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Luckily, most spring leafy greens can withstand a broken petiole or two and recover nicely.—
Anthony Reardon,
Kansas City Star,
24 Apr. 2026
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Sources confirm to People and TMZ that Zoë Kravitz and Channing Tatum broke off their engagement after three years together.—
Hannah Madlener,
Glamour,
24 Apr. 2026
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According to police, the ignition key had been broken off in the door.—
Sophie Sonnenfeld,
ABC News,
23 Apr. 2026
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During the years since Abraaj’s collapse, there has been a distinct turn away from the notion that companies ought to be motivated by more than just profit.—
Hettie O'Brien,
The Dial,
21 Apr. 2026
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Audiences have been turned away from screenings around the world and presales have more sparkle than a white glove.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
21 Apr. 2026
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The tradeoff has been rhythm — knowing when to attack and when to defer.—
Kristian Winfield,
New York Daily News,
21 Apr. 2026
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Gray Thompson cautioned that while survivors waiting for relief can defer taxes or amend past returns, resolving issues with government programs, such as qualifying for college financial aid, is much harder.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
20 Apr. 2026
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“Hold off.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hold%20off. Accessed 28 Apr. 2026.
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