held out
Example Sentences
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That means more dollars are held out of their paychecks each month.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 20, 2026
Odysseus may have held out hope throughout years of setbacks, obstacles and traps laid by vengeful deities, but the man who plays him on the big screen is no optimist.
From Salon ● Jul. 12, 2026
Gutiérrez had a yellow card and was held out against Czechia to avoid a second yellow card and suspension.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 30, 2026
Montarce held out women’s health and infectious diseases as two areas in which the company believes it could gain an edge with time.
From Barron's ● Jun. 16, 2026
Reagan held out a bright blue luck root from the Underworld.
From "The Marvellers" by Dhonielle Clayton
