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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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
Mills pleaded guilty to using excessive force and not intervening, as well as to conspiracy by withholding information from his supervisor, along with civil rights and conspiracy charges.
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Tomás Mier, Rolling Stone, 3 Oct. 2024
Unfortunately, many people who have more significant net worths and income sources will not be able to fulfill their tax obligations through withholding alone.
—Ty Bernicke, Forbes, 2 Oct. 2024
The indictments claim the officers unnecessarily heightened the risk associated with executing the warrant by withholding pertinent information while preparing it and during its execution.
—Killian Baarlaer, The Courier-Journal, 2 Oct. 2024
In summary, some retirees can fulfill their entire tax obligation by estimating their tax burden and withholding the appropriate amounts from their various sources of retirement income.
—Ty Bernicke, Forbes, 2 Oct. 2024
Adults should answer questions rather than withholding information in an attempt to shield the child.
—Dr. Tal Patalon, Md, Llb, Forbes, 30 Sep. 2024
Tomás Mier, Rolling Stone, 3 Oct. 2024
Unfortunately, many people who have more significant net worths and income sources will not be able to fulfill their tax obligations through withholding alone.
—Ty Bernicke, Forbes, 2 Oct. 2024
The indictments claim the officers unnecessarily heightened the risk associated with executing the warrant by withholding pertinent information while preparing it and during its execution.
—Killian Baarlaer, The Courier-Journal, 2 Oct. 2024
In summary, some retirees can fulfill their entire tax obligation by estimating their tax burden and withholding the appropriate amounts from their various sources of retirement income.
—Ty Bernicke, Forbes, 2 Oct. 2024
Adults should answer questions rather than withholding information in an attempt to shield the child.
—Dr. Tal Patalon, Md, Llb, Forbes, 30 Sep. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for withholding
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Generalizing positivity in all situations can lead to denying or downplaying real emotions or even logical counterarguments to a superficially optimistic perception.Mark Travers, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
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Restricting a woman’s right to choose whether to terminate an unwanted pregnancy is the same as denying her control over her own body.Kathleen Walsh, Glamour, 3 Oct. 2024
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Pairing the sleeping bag with a sleeping pad adds an extra layer of comfort and insulation, keeping you off the cold, uneven ground; check out the Moxils Ultralight Inflatable Sleeping Pad which is on sale for $25.Karthika Gupta, Travel + Leisure, 4 Oct. 2024
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Use a basic smartphone holder and a small tripod to prevent any camera shake, keeping your images sharp.Jamie Carter, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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Revamp the design to appeal to modern tastes while retaining key visual elements that customers recognize.Expert Panel®, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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This allows the unique bezel to sing on its own while retaining a clean and approachable design elsewhere.Allen Farmelo, Robb Report, 4 Oct. 2024
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Bean and Smith were seen on video wrestling with Nichols and holding his arms, while also hitting him, but the jury was not convinced those actions amounted to civil rights violations.Adrian Sainz, TIME, 4 Oct. 2024
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And holding more casual discussions can trigger new ideas.Øyvind Forsbak, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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The design should feel fresh yet familiar, preserving key elements like logos or colors that resonate with loyal customers.Expert Panel®, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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The 11,000-square-feet museum and hall of fame will be located near the historic Ryman Auditorium, and will feature interactive displays to celebrate today’s top Christian and Gospel artists, while also preserving and spotlighting the legacies of many Christian and Gospel trailblazing pioneers.Jessica Nicholson, Billboard, 4 Oct. 2024
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Having the most accurate real-time view of the market and your portfolio, as well as possessing the ability to predict future activity, provides an unparalleled level of insight for CRE owners and operators.Ryan Masiello, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
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Thirteen states – including New York, Wisconsin and California, where the three minors were killed by police this year – have laws against underage children buying or possessing pellet or BB guns without parental supervision.Cait Bladt, CBS News, 2 Oct. 2024
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“Withholding.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/withholding. Accessed 23 Nov. 2024.
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