withholding
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But critics questioned the ethics of withholding the vaccine from some babies, particularly in one of the world's poorest countries, where the infection is widespread.
From BBC ● Nov. 5, 2026
"The king is withholding his decision and will launch discussions tomorrow with the different party leaders of the governing coalition," said a royal statement, adding that De Wever would be received again on Friday.
From Barron's ● Nov. 2, 2026
Try to fill the gap by withholding more from a paycheck or taxable IRA payout because these moves can wipe out or reduce penalties.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 30, 2026
Jackson’s attorneys fired back at the claims, insisting that their client had been withholding rent because of a leak in the property that had not been fixed.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 29, 2026
“Not long after they’d taken Cloke into custody. They told Henry they had enough probable cause to arrest half a dozen people, including himself, either for conspiracy or withholding evidence.”
From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt
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