withholding

Example Sentences

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He was granted withholding of removal, a weaker protection than asylum but nonetheless considered a win in immigration court under previous administrations.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 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

In 2019, a judge ordered Rivera Ortega's removal from the US to El Salvador, but in the same court order, granted her a protection known as withholding of removal under the convention against torture.

From BBC • May 15, 2026

The news release didn’t state the condition of the injured people and said it was withholding the identities of the deceased individuals, pending notification of their families.

From Los Angeles Times • May 10, 2026

Her voice is a little scornful, like she’s mad at me for withholding this information.

From "I Can Make This Promise" by Christine Day