withhold
verb
with·hold
with-ˈhōld 
wit͟h-
withheld
with-ˈheld
wit͟h-
; withholding
1
: to hold back from action : check
2
archaic
: to keep in custody
3
: to refrain from granting, giving, or allowing
withhold permission
4
: to deduct (withholding tax) from income
withholder
noun
Synonyms
Examples of withhold in a Sentence
She was accused of withholding evidence.
She has $20 withheld from her paycheck every week.
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While major plot developments — including guest stars — have been withheld to preserve the viewing experience, the network has requested spoiler warnings on all reviews.
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Alison Herman, Variety, 27 June 2024
His real name was withheld from the lawsuit out of fears for his safety, according to the law firm Farra & Wang, of Washington, D.C., which brought the action.
—Rick Barrett, Journal Sentinel, 27 June 2024
Have you been charged or convicted of a felony or misdemeanor, including adjudications of guilt withheld?
—Jean Marie Middleton, Sun Sentinel, 26 June 2024
Berry said Adams has no intention of withholding certification in future elections until such discrepancies are resolved.
—Colby Itkowitz, Washington Post, 26 June 2024
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Alison Herman, Variety, 27 June 2024
His real name was withheld from the lawsuit out of fears for his safety, according to the law firm Farra & Wang, of Washington, D.C., which brought the action.
—Rick Barrett, Journal Sentinel, 27 June 2024
Have you been charged or convicted of a felony or misdemeanor, including adjudications of guilt withheld?
—Jean Marie Middleton, Sun Sentinel, 26 June 2024
Berry said Adams has no intention of withholding certification in future elections until such discrepancies are resolved.
—Colby Itkowitz, Washington Post, 26 June 2024
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“Withhold.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/withhold. Accessed 7 Jul. 2024.
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withhold
verb
with·hold
with-ˈhōld
wit͟h-
withheld
-ˈheld
; withholding
; withholding
1
: to hold back : restrain
withhold an angry response
2
: to refuse to grant, give, or allow
withhold permission
3
: to deduct (withholding tax) from income
withholder
noun
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