withhold

Example Sentences

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The three newly published memos follow reports in US media that they had been wrongly withheld in the initial Epstein file releases.

From BBC

The BBC is withholding the identities of those we speak to for their own safety.

From BBC

Griffin acknowledged withholding information from a Chicago-based attorney who was assisting Girardi’s firm with the case, in contravention of Durkin’s order and despite the clients’ repeated inquiries and demands for the money.

From Los Angeles Times

Despite the offer of substitute funding for security, the town’s board withheld the necessary entertainment license.

From MarketWatch

Executive privilege is the president’s power to withhold sensitive information and private discussions from Congress and the judicial branch to guarantee frank conversations with other executive branch officials.

From Salon