1
as in to refuse
to be unwilling to grant
must withhold official approval until all the proper forms have been submitted
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2
as in to retain
to continue to have in one's possession or power
withhold some money for your own expenses
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Recent Examples of withhold
David Loy, legal director at the First Amendment Coalition, a nonprofit that is committed to open government, said San Diego County should not be withholding CIRB reports sought under the state open-records law.
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Kelly Davis, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Apr. 2025
The Japanese American National Museum says Trump administration may withhold as much as $2 million approved by the Biden administration.
—Jessica Gelt, Los Angeles Times, 4 Apr. 2025
One of the largest Title X providers, Planned Parenthood, said on March 31 that nine of its affiliates were informed by the federal government that their Title X funding was being withheld as of April 1.
—Chantelle Lee, Time, 3 Apr. 2025
Planned Parenthood announced Monday that nine of its affiliates had received notices from the Trump administration about plans to withhold their Title X family planning funds starting Tuesday.
—Ivana Saric, Axios, 1 Apr. 2025
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Kelly Davis, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Apr. 2025
The Japanese American National Museum says Trump administration may withhold as much as $2 million approved by the Biden administration.
—Jessica Gelt, Los Angeles Times, 4 Apr. 2025
One of the largest Title X providers, Planned Parenthood, said on March 31 that nine of its affiliates were informed by the federal government that their Title X funding was being withheld as of April 1.
—Chantelle Lee, Time, 3 Apr. 2025
Planned Parenthood announced Monday that nine of its affiliates had received notices from the Trump administration about plans to withhold their Title X family planning funds starting Tuesday.
—Ivana Saric, Axios, 1 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for withhold
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Instead, block unwanted calls and messages and refuse to provide financial information in response to an unexpected request.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Apr. 2025
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Noboa refused to recognize Maduro as the legitimate president of Venezuela after his staged 2024 election and is also committed to fighting criminal gangs with all available resources to restore peace and security in Ecuador.—
Chris Massaro,
FOXNews.com,
13 Apr. 2025
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During an interview earlier this week, Witkoff alluded to the idea that Iran would be able to retain uranium enriched to approximately 3.7% for the purposes of energy production.—
Timothy Nerozzi,
The Washington Examiner,
17 Apr. 2025
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Last week, the Trump administration demanded Harvard change multiple policies — including those regarding protesting and diversity, equity and inclusion programs — in order to retain its federal funding.—
Tara Suter,
The Hill,
17 Apr. 2025
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The immigration judge denied the asylum claim because the time limits to make such a claim had expired.—
Niall Stanage,
The Hill,
17 Apr. 2025
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Citing information from an informant who officials have said is credible, the Department of Homeland Security has alleged that Abrego Garcia is a member of the MS-13 gang, a claim his family and attorneys deny.—
Faris Tanyos,
CBS News,
17 Apr. 2025
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Below are the ones that will help keep the area around your nose clear and irritation-free.—
Daley Quinn,
Glamour,
15 Apr. 2025
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Most of the soups’ packaging carried instructions to keep the soups frozen until ready to use.—
David J. Neal,
Miami Herald,
14 Apr. 2025
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The best way to avoid the tariffs, Trump has told businesses, is to make goods inside the U.S. EU officials had suggested sector-specific zero-for-zero tariffs with the U.S., such as in industrial goods and autos, but Trump rejected the idea.—
Raja Krishnamoorthi,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Apr. 2025
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Superior Court Judge Craig Collins from neighboring Gaston county also rejected it after Tench’s friends and family — his mother, sister and aunts — submitted and read aloud letters underlining the effect Tench’s disappearance and apparent death have had.—
Julia Coin,
Charlotte Observer,
9 Apr. 2025
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On a Thursday night in late February, friends and fans huddle around the small stage, while Badgley sits in the back holding their four year-old son, who is fast asleep.—
Kate Branch,
Vogue,
10 Apr. 2025
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The same cat may appear in two other drawings held by the British Museum.—
Daniel Cassady for ARTnews,
Robb Report,
10 Apr. 2025
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County officials declined to comment on the civil lawsuit.—
USA Today,
USA Today,
19 Apr. 2025
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The hospital declined to say whether Ikner was one of their patients.—
Dalia Faheid,
CNN Money,
19 Apr. 2025
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This consistency also makes this after-sun lotion great for daily use to keep skin hydrated and preserve your tan.—
Marilyn La Jeunesse,
Glamour,
14 Apr. 2025
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As Donatella Versace prepares to step into her new role as Global Ambassador, there is hope that the Prada Group will honor and preserve the brand’s familial legacy, keeping the spirit of the Versace family alive at its core.—
Mecca Pryor,
Essence,
14 Apr. 2025
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“Withhold.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/withhold. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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