withholding

Example Sentences

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“You would never think that America’s sweetheart would be so brilliant as this extremely chilly, withholding suburban housewife,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026

Later that year, after Rouhani was elected on promises to clean up corruption, Zanjani was arrested, accused of withholding $2.7 billion in state money.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 4, 2026

ProPublica is withholding her last name because she fears being deported.

From Salon • May 2, 2026

It will also examine "guidance and processes for redacting and withholding material consistent with the requirements" in the law.

From BBC • Apr. 23, 2026

The teacher was dark and pretty, and by a judicious raising or withholding of hands the twins had no worries.

From "East of Eden" by John Steinbeck