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
The police department is withholding his identity until the family is notified.
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David Zimmermann,
The Washington Examiner,
3 July 2026
However, the department faced criticism from some lawmakers who questioned whether the department violated the act by withholding some materials and missing the deadline to release the files.
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Peter Charalambous,
ABC News,
2 July 2026
Edison SpA, the Italian electric utility unit under French group EDF, said QatarEnergy extended a force majeure notice, withholding four additional LNG cargoes scheduled for Italy’s Adriatic LNG terminal until early September.
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Anniek Bao,
CNBC,
1 July 2026
As for Anthony's winnings, federal law requires a 24 percent withholding on prizes worth $5,000 or more, according to the Internal Revenue Service.
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Paloma Chavez,
PEOPLE,
1 July 2026
Trump was withholding money from Ukraine that Congress had appropriated, and that was the basis for the impeachment.
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Adam Harris,
The Atlantic,
29 June 2026
The Daily News is withholding the teen’s name because of his age.
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John Annese,
New York Daily News,
29 June 2026
Authorities are withholding the deceased victim's identity pending family notification.
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Alexandra Koch,
FOXNews.com,
28 June 2026
The Navy has shifted from search and rescue to recovery operations, withholding the Marine’s name while crews scour roughly 2,400 square miles with military ships and aircraft.
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Alene Tchekmedyian,
Los Angeles Times,
28 June 2026
David Zimmermann,
The Washington Examiner,
3 July 2026
However, the department faced criticism from some lawmakers who questioned whether the department violated the act by withholding some materials and missing the deadline to release the files.
—
Peter Charalambous,
ABC News,
2 July 2026
Edison SpA, the Italian electric utility unit under French group EDF, said QatarEnergy extended a force majeure notice, withholding four additional LNG cargoes scheduled for Italy’s Adriatic LNG terminal until early September.
—
Anniek Bao,
CNBC,
1 July 2026
As for Anthony's winnings, federal law requires a 24 percent withholding on prizes worth $5,000 or more, according to the Internal Revenue Service.
—
Paloma Chavez,
PEOPLE,
1 July 2026
Trump was withholding money from Ukraine that Congress had appropriated, and that was the basis for the impeachment.
—
Adam Harris,
The Atlantic,
29 June 2026
The Daily News is withholding the teen’s name because of his age.
—
John Annese,
New York Daily News,
29 June 2026
Authorities are withholding the deceased victim's identity pending family notification.
—
Alexandra Koch,
FOXNews.com,
28 June 2026
The Navy has shifted from search and rescue to recovery operations, withholding the Marine’s name while crews scour roughly 2,400 square miles with military ships and aircraft.
—
Alene Tchekmedyian,
Los Angeles Times,
28 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for withholding
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But there’s no denying McIlroy was looking sleek with his Masters jacket, which was accompanied by a white shirt and green tie to match.
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Responsible leadership means proactively preparing the enterprise workforce for this imminent organizational down-sizing and structural workplace transition rather than denying its clear historical inevitability.
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Air conditioning will be keeping millions of Americans safe and comfortable over the holiday weekend as a heat dome brings dangerous conditions to millions.
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Fostering discovery through those niche groups will likely prove essential to keeping the spirit of cinema alive.
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The lawsuit states that Kuka has singlehandedly caused irreparable harm to Boca View by refusing to abide by Florida law and the association’s own bylaws in order to further her self-serving agenda.
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While his blunt and disruptive approach can alienate others, the character illustrates that disruptive leaders often accelerate innovation by asking questions and refusing to accept the status quo.
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These nanoscale pathways allowed lighter fractions, including naphtha, gasoline, and kerosene, to pass through while retaining heavier components.
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The Nets still project with spending power after retaining Sharpe and Minott.
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As with any tax relief company, there are complaints about the IRS rejecting a settlement or the company not getting enough relief.
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Florida leads the nation with 375 active 287(g) agreements, and Attorney General James Uthmeier has previously threatened officials in Fort Myers and Key West with removal from office for rejecting such deals.
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The surprise delivery of the banner came in response to the national team’s gratitude after holding several practices at KU’s Rock Chalk Park during its June 8-30 stay.
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Burial postponed due to war Burials are meant to be conducted within a day of death in Islam, but because of the risks of holding a big funeral during the war it was postponed until after last month's interim truce deal was agreed.
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After years of declining sales, American Girl dolls are seeing a resurgence.
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The state also has goals, including some that have been in place since 2012, that set declining limits on smog-causing pollutants and required automakers to sell increasing percentages of electric and hybrid vehicles through 2025.
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On June 29, 2026, Miami-Dade buried a FIFA 2026 stole, an FIU Panthers mascot and memorabilia from historian Dorothy Jenkins Fields honoring her legacy in preserving Black history and culture including photos of the Historic Lyric Theater.
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Sophisticated setting techniques enhance each stone’s brilliance while preserving the fluid movement of the jewels.
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“Withholding.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/withholding. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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