withholding

Example Sentences

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It would also temporarily increase the cost of running the Social Security Administration, due to reprogramming its computers to eliminate the calculations needed for withholding benefits due to the earnings test.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 15, 2026

Louis had plenty of reasons for doing his maker dirty in “Interview,” like the fact that Lestat de Lioncourt was emotionally withholding and manipulative.

From Salon • Jun. 13, 2026

The use of Mr. Moyá is the director’s way of withholding his approval from the very effort he’s documenting.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026

"It does not meet my standards, and it won't meet your standards," Martin said, adding that withholding the report had created "an even bigger distraction."

From Barron's • May 21, 2026

There's only one good reason Haymitch could be withholding water from me.

From "The Hunger Games" by Suzanne Collins