withholding

Example Sentences

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The man had "withholding of removal", a legal protection that is weaker than asylum but in the past has superseded someone's deportation order, allowing them to live and work in the United States.

From Barron's • May 30, 2026

Now major donors reportedly are withholding contributions as party leaders across the spectrum demand Mr. Martin’s head on a platter.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026

The news release didn’t state the condition of the injured people and said it was withholding the identities of the deceased individuals, pending notification of their families.

From Los Angeles Times • May 10, 2026

The meeting ended shortly thereafter, Brockman said, with Musk announcing that he would start withholding funding from OpenAI, which he had been backing since its start in 2015.

From BBC • May 5, 2026

There were, to be sure, some who, while admitting she was pleasing enough, were withholding judgment as to her quality as a queen.

From "The Princess Bride" by William Goldman