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    withhold

    withhold - Dictionary definition and meaning for word withhold

    Definition
    (verb) hold back; refuse to hand over or share
    Synonyms : keep back
    Example Sentence
    • The father is withholding the allowance until the son cleans his room
    Definition
    (verb) retain and refrain from disbursing; of payments
    Synonyms : deduct , recoup
    Example Sentence
    • My employer is withholding taxes
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with+hold....if you hold back the library book and refuse to return it on time...you are withholding it.

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