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holding off

VERB

repress

Synonyms

WEAK

bit bridle check control curb defer delay deny forbear hold down hold in inhibit keep keep back keep out postpone prevent put off refrain refuse restrain stop suppress withhold

Antonyms

WEAK

let go reveal

Example Sentences

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Some say they’re holding off on buying big-ticket appliances, even as Memorial Day sales approach.

From MarketWatch • May 22, 2026

The Thunder proved their depth and chemistry by holding off the Lakers in the fourth quarter.

From Los Angeles Times • May 3, 2026

And Rachel, a photographer, is holding off on buying new camera equipment, even though she already had the money set aside for it.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026

Rory McIlroy underlined why he is one of the game's greats by holding off the world's best to become only the fourth man to win successive Masters titles.

From BBC • Apr. 12, 2026

Down on the floor, Ayanna and a stunt-riding Gum Baby were holding off a swarm of fetterlings, but more were entering.

From "Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky" by Kwame Mbalia