100 Examples of sentences containing the verb "withhold"

Definition

Withhold (verb): To hold back or refuse to give something; to keep something in one's possession rather than allowing it to be shared or distributed.

Synonyms

• Retain
• Keep
• Hold back
• Refrain
• Suppress
• Deny
• Reserve
• Exclude
• Stifle
• Conserve

Antonyms

• Provide
• Give
• Supply
• Distribute
• Share
• Release
• Offer
• Grant
• Allow
• Deliver

Examples

1. The manager decided to withhold the bonuses until the project was completed.
2. She tried to withhold her feelings, but they eventually surfaced.
3. The teacher had to withhold grades due to a disciplinary issue.
4. He chose to withhold his opinion during the meeting.
5. The government can withhold information from the public in certain situations.
6. She felt it was necessary to withhold the truth to protect her friend.
7. The bank may withhold funds until all paperwork is completed.
8. He was known to withhold affection from those he didn’t trust.
9. The organization decided to withhold funding for the project.
10. They withheld the evidence until the trial began.
11. The company may withhold payment if the terms are not met.
12. He chose to withhold the details of his personal life from colleagues.
13. She did not want to withhold any information from the police.
14. The child learned to withhold his temper after attending anger management classes.
15. The union threatened to withhold labor if their demands were not met.
16. She decided to withhold her vote due to dissatisfaction with the candidates.
17. The doctor could withhold treatment if the patient did not consent.
18. He tried to withhold laughter during the serious meeting.
19. The landlord can withhold the security deposit if there are damages.
20. They withheld crucial details from the report.
21. He decided to withhold judgment until he had all the facts.
22. The school may withhold diplomas for unpaid fees.
23. She managed to withhold her excitement until the surprise was revealed.
24. The athlete chose to withhold his performance-enhancing drug use.
25. The committee voted to withhold the decision until next month.
26. She felt compelled to withhold her laughter during the serious speech.
27. The publisher will withhold the book's release until the issues are resolved.
28. The lawyer advised him to withhold any statements to the press.
29. The organization has the right to withhold funds for inappropriate behavior.
30. He tried to withhold the secret, but it slipped out.
31. She decided to withhold her opinion until she had more information.
32. The committee might withhold funding for the next fiscal year.
33. The child learned to withhold his snacks until dinner was ready.
34. The company may withhold wages until the contract is signed.
35. He felt it was best to withhold his input on the matter.
36. The teacher had to withhold recess due to misbehavior.
37. They were careful to withhold sensitive information from outsiders.
38. The government decided to withhold the new policy until further notice.
39. She withheld her gratitude until she was certain of his intentions.
40. The club will withhold membership until fees are paid.
41. He managed to withhold his tears during the emotional moment.
42. The parents may withhold privileges if the child misbehaves.
43. She chose to withhold her personal life from social media.
44. The organization will withhold resources until the project is approved.
45. The judge can withhold a decision until all testimonies are heard.
46. They decided to withhold the results until the investigation is complete.
47. The teacher could withhold the test results for various reasons.
48. The bank may withhold transactions if fraud is suspected.
49. He was instructed to withhold unnecessary information in his report.
50. The director chose to withhold the ending for dramatic effect.
51. She felt it was unfair to withhold the promotion from hard-working employees.
52. The team decided to withhold their strategy until the final game.
53. The store manager may withhold discounts for certain items.
54. He tried to withhold his excitement when he received the news.
55. The organization may withhold support for any controversial actions.
56. She decided to withhold her opinion until the discussion was over.
57. The lawyer advised him to withhold any confessions until further notice.
58. The committee chose to withhold the budget proposal for further review.
59. He felt it was necessary to withhold certain details from his presentation.
60. The school decided to withhold the results until the end of the semester.
61. The government can withhold funds for projects that don’t meet standards.
62. She chose to withhold her laughter during the serious discussion.
63. They were forced to withhold their plans until the funding was secured.
64. The supervisor may withhold approval until all criteria are met.
65. He tried to withhold his emotions during the ceremony.
66. The committee voted to withhold the report due to inaccuracies.
67. She chose to withhold her comments until after the presentation.
68. The organization may withhold information for legal reasons.
69. The child learned to withhold his candy until after dinner.
70. The doctor can withhold treatment if the patient refuses to cooperate.
71. He was advised to withhold personal information during the interview.
72. The school may withhold lunch privileges if students misbehave.
73. She decided to withhold judgment until she had all the facts.
74. The committee may withhold funds for projects lacking proper planning.
75. He chose to withhold his thoughts until he had more evidence.
76. The organization may withhold assistance for non-compliance.
77. She felt it was better to withhold her thoughts during the meeting.
78. The teacher may withhold grades for late assignments.
79. The company could withhold bonuses due to poor performance.
80. He managed to withhold his smile during the serious conversation.
81. The manager decided to withhold the details from the staff.
82. The government can withhold certain benefits for various reasons.
83. She chose to withhold her feelings to avoid conflict.
84. The committee may withhold approval until all members agree.
85. He felt it was wise to withhold sensitive information.
86. The organization decided to withhold funding until the report was revised.
87. She was instructed to withhold her excitement until the announcement.
88. The teacher could withhold participation in activities for misbehavior.
89. He chose to withhold his input during the discussion.
90. The bank can withhold access to funds if suspicious activity is detected.
91. The committee voted to withhold the funds for the upcoming event.
92. She felt compelled to withhold her approval until further review.
93. The organization has the right to withhold resources for non-compliance.
94. He decided to withhold his opinion until he had more information.
95. The teacher chose to withhold the exam results for a week.
96. The judge may withhold a ruling until all evidence is presented.
97. The parents decided to withhold privileges due to poor grades.
98. She managed to withhold her laughter at the inappropriate joke.
99. The committee chose to withhold the announcement until the vote was finalized.
100. He felt it was necessary to withhold his feelings during the discussion.