1
as in denying
to be unwilling to grant
must withhold official approval until all the proper forms have been submitted
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2
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
Their personas could be withholding, eccentric, neurotic, ambiguous, strange.
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Benjamin Svetkey, HollywoodReporter, 22 Oct. 2025
McCormack said employers can’t simply begin withholding some of the employee’s pay without their permission.
—Richard Halstead, Mercury News, 22 Oct. 2025
The therapist added that withholding the information could later cause more damage if the friend finds out the woman knew and didn’t disclose.
—Melissa Fleur Afshar, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 Oct. 2025
Trump was accused in that trial of abusing power by withholding aid to Ukraine to pressure its government to investigate then-former Vice President Joe Biden and his son.
—Aysha Bagchi, USA Today, 16 Oct. 2025
The president has talked of withholding federal funds if the Democrat is elected.
—Ted Johnson, Deadline, 15 Oct. 2025
Democrats in Congress are withholding their votes on a government spending bill to demand that Republicans extend these subsidies, which lower the cost of insurance for people who buy their own health care coverage in marketplaces established by the Affordable Care Act.
—Elena Shao, New York Times, 11 Oct. 2025
Koreans, angered by images of their countrymen shackled by ICE, may choose to play hardball and continue withholding their investments.
—Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 10 Oct. 2025
The threat of withholding back pay is an extension of the threat to fire or lay off workers.
—Brett Samuels, The Hill, 7 Oct. 2025
Benjamin Svetkey, HollywoodReporter, 22 Oct. 2025
McCormack said employers can’t simply begin withholding some of the employee’s pay without their permission.
—Richard Halstead, Mercury News, 22 Oct. 2025
The therapist added that withholding the information could later cause more damage if the friend finds out the woman knew and didn’t disclose.
—Melissa Fleur Afshar, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 Oct. 2025
Trump was accused in that trial of abusing power by withholding aid to Ukraine to pressure its government to investigate then-former Vice President Joe Biden and his son.
—Aysha Bagchi, USA Today, 16 Oct. 2025
The president has talked of withholding federal funds if the Democrat is elected.
—Ted Johnson, Deadline, 15 Oct. 2025
Democrats in Congress are withholding their votes on a government spending bill to demand that Republicans extend these subsidies, which lower the cost of insurance for people who buy their own health care coverage in marketplaces established by the Affordable Care Act.
—Elena Shao, New York Times, 11 Oct. 2025
Koreans, angered by images of their countrymen shackled by ICE, may choose to play hardball and continue withholding their investments.
—Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 10 Oct. 2025
The threat of withholding back pay is an extension of the threat to fire or lay off workers.
—Brett Samuels, The Hill, 7 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for withholding
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According to the woman, her parents’ reasoning for denying her requests was rooted in a harsh lesson about independence.—
Ashley Vega,
PEOPLE,
26 Oct. 2025
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The company has also filed a countersuit denying allegations of wrongdoing, while claiming over $116 million in damages and lost profits.—
Oscar Holland,
CNN Money,
25 Oct. 2025
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As kobolds go, Heinzelmann was more harmless than most, going about his business protecting the castle from giants and dwarves and keeping the staff updated on faerie gossip, as well as protecting the chambermaids from unwelcome attentions from visiting noblemen.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
27 Oct. 2025
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Xavi’s side has shown flashes of brilliance through the emerging talents of Lamine Yamal and Fermín López, while Ilkay Gündogan’s experience has been vital in keeping their midfield composed.—
Ben Verbrugge,
MSNBC Newsweek,
26 Oct. 2025
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The documents included disciplinary information and reportedly showed that Sherrill was barred from walking at her 1994 graduation after refusing to inform on classmates involved in a cheating scandal.—
Martha McHardy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Oct. 2025
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The violations include student-athletes betting on and against their own teams, sharing information with third parties for purposes of sports betting, manipulating scoring or outcomes and/or refusing to participate in the investigation.—
Ryan Canfield,
FOXNews.com,
25 Oct. 2025
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The buttery-soft fabric is lightweight and stretchy enough to move with you while still retaining its shape over time.—
Sophie Dodd,
Travel + Leisure,
26 Oct. 2025
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Moskovitz announced his departure as Asana’s CEO earlier this year and has transitioned into the role of chairman, while retaining an ownership of 53% of the company’s outstanding shares between Class A and Class B holdings.—
Sawdah Bhaimiya,
CNBC,
26 Oct. 2025
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Others noted the couple who set the no-children boundary shouldn't feel guilty whatsoever for rejecting a guest's request for an exception.—
Rachel Raposas,
PEOPLE,
24 Oct. 2025
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Indeed, throughout the world there’s a growing realization that the way to prosperity for all nations is rejecting protectionist legislation and promoting fair and free competition.—
James Bickerton,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Oct. 2025
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But when Ronnie set the theater's copy of The Music Man in motion on the projector, Matty appeared on screen holding what looked like a baby swaddled in a blanket.—
Megan McCluskey,
Time,
27 Oct. 2025
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In photos obtained by the outlet, the pair could be seen walking out of the theater while holding hands and smiling.—
Nicholas Rice,
PEOPLE,
26 Oct. 2025
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Contract options exercised for 4 The club exercised contract options on Stephen Afrifa, Zorhan Bassong, Jansen Miller and John Pulskamp, while declining options for Tim Leibold, Nemanja Radoja, Ryan Schewe, Shelton and Mason Toye.—
Daniel Sperry,
Kansas City Star,
23 Oct. 2025
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However, her cousin the followed up, and the OP wrote back declining the invite.—
Charna Flam,
PEOPLE,
23 Oct. 2025
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The property also hosts weddings, conferences and events, and is now managed by a nonprofit board dedicated to preserving the historic campus.—
Deirdre Bardolf,
FOXNews.com,
25 Oct. 2025
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Not to mention preserving summer produce as pepper vinegar, pickled okra, or homemade jams to enjoy throughout the year.—
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
25 Oct. 2025
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“Withholding.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/withholding. Accessed 28 Oct. 2025.
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