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to withhold
01
to choose not to give or share something
Transitive: to withhold sth
Example
Parents sometimes withhold privileges as a form of discipline for their children.
The government withheld certain information for national security reasons.
Employers should not withhold important feedback from their employees.
02
to subtract a portion of income, typically as taxes, before paying it out
Transitive: to withhold a portion of due payment
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withholding
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Example
Parents sometimes withhold privileges as a form of discipline for their children.
The government withheld certain information for national security reasons.
Employers should not withhold important feedback from their employees.
The witness was cautioned not to withhold any crucial details during the investigation.
The teacher decided to withhold the exam results until the plagiarism investigation was complete.
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