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holdout

[hohld-out] / ˈhoʊldˌaʊt /




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Holdout shareholders can continue to tender shares at the offer price in a post-offer period that runs through June 23, the consortium said.

From Reuters • Jun. 10, 2022

Holdout running back Melvin Gordon wasn’t missed in the win over the Colts, given the performances of Austin Ekeler and Justin Jackson.

From Washington Post • Sep. 10, 2019

Holdout defensive tackle Aaron Donald was not at practice and was not expected to report by the midnight EDT deadline that would allow him to accrue a season toward gaining unrestricted free-agent status in 2019.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 7, 2018

Holdout RB Le’Veon Bell, not to be outdone, immediately booked a Brinks truck.

From Seattle Times • Jul. 27, 2018

Holdout residents remain on blocks full of desertion and blight.

From Washington Times • Jan. 26, 2016




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