holds off
Example Sentences
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Watching the news, she expresses genuine sadness at reports of a tragedy or children with high screen time, but holds off on offering opinions or specific policy goals as first lady.
From BBC ● Jan. 30, 2026
Meanwhile, Bessent, the newly minted 'cop of calm', suggested a possible extension to the 90-day tariff truce if Beijing holds off on rare-earth restrictions.
From Barron's ● Oct. 16, 2025
JuJu Watkins finishes with 25 points as USC holds off a second-half surge by No. 4 UConn to earn its biggest win of the young season in a 72-70 victory.
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 30, 2024
An old-fashioned rap war that unfolded online at lightning speed has sent Kendrick Lamar to No. 1 on Billboard’s latest singles chart, while Taylor Swift easily holds off a challenge from Dua Lipa’s new album.
From New York Times ● May 13, 2024
But the longer it holds off the better we can get out lumber and Christmas trees.”
From The Bobbsey Twins at Cedar Camp by Laura Lee Hope
