withhold in a sentence
v. t.
📚 Grade Level: Grade 6, Grade 7, Grade 8, Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, Grade 12
Definition
Withhold: to hold back or refrain from giving or disclosing something.
Sample Sentences
- The teacher decided to withhold the exam results until all the papers had been graded.
- She felt it was important to withhold certain details from the public to protect their privacy.
- During negotiations, they chose to withhold their final offer to maintain leverage.
- He was advised to withhold his emotions in the meeting to appear more professional.
- The organization may withhold funding if the project does not meet its outlined objectives.