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 That might be a bit too long to hold off, as Lombard has typically required an adjustment period offensively when promoted to a new level in the minors. — Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 25 July 2026 Monday earned an advisory and the threat of a new string, but the reprieve may hold off another day or so with Friday and Saturday the most likely days to trigger another advisory. — Howard Cohen, Miami Herald, 22 July 2026 Paramount, in a statement, said the restraining order simply preserves the status quo, which Paramount had already pledged to do in court papers last week that offered to hold off on finalizing the transaction. — Meg James, Los Angeles Times, 20 July 2026 Customers usually hold off on iPhone purchases right before Apple’s fall event, but things could be a little different this year. — Jibin Joseph, PC Magazine, 20 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for hold off

Recent Examples of Synonyms for hold off

Verb

If someone pushes back, resist turning it into a battle for dominance.

— Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 27 July 2026
And, apparently, her husband Prince Harry couldn’t resist the opportunity to crash.

— Meg Walters, InStyle, 26 July 2026

Definition of resist

Verb

Many have delayed large home renovations, put off replacing major appliances and looked for practical ways to trim monthly expenses as everyday costs remain elevated.

— Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 29 July 2026
He’s been put off by Rhaenyra but not in any really humiliating way.

— Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026

Definition of put off

Verb

The two-day event was scheduled on Saturday to include a parade, which was to begin in Mitte, in central Berlin, wind its way south into Schöneberg, then turn back northward toward Brandenburg Gate.

— Kevin Shalvey, ABC News, 26 July 2026
Once the water is turned back on, the bread dissolves and simply washes through the plumbing system.

— Alesandra Dubin, Southern Living, 25 July 2026

Definition of turn back

Verb

The Athletic had reported earlier in the day that Liverpool are preparing to table an opening bid for Paris Saint-Germain winger Bradley Barcola.

— James Pearce, New York Times, 30 July 2026
The firm had been aiming to close the deal by September but agreed to table its takeover — perhaps until next spring — to allow a fiercer than expected challenge from California Atty.

— Meg James, Los Angeles Times, 25 July 2026

Definition of table

Verb

The aluminum body is strong enough to withstand drops from average heights.

— BestReviews, Mercury News, 27 July 2026
These are designed to withstand strong winds, powerful waves, ocean currents, corrosive saltwater, dense sea fog and frequent typhoons.

— Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 27 July 2026

Definition of withstand

Verb

The next day, Blazers president Dewayne Hankins deferred questions through team spokesperson Charles Boyle, who said the city’s depiction of the Blazers is misleading.

— Jason Quick, New York Times, 21 July 2026
And in Minnesota, state officials have been executing a thorough corrective action plan to defray CMS concerns that have led the agency to defer some $260 million in federal money and to threaten future cuts.

— ABC News, ABC News, 21 July 2026