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Definition

verb. to keep something back or not give it.

Example Sentence

My mom withholds my allowance if I don't do my chores.

More Example Sentences

He withholds information from his friends.

Synonyms

retains; keeps; holds back

Antonyms

gives; provides; shares

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Rhymes

  • bolds
  • bowlds
  • colds
  • folds
  • foulds
  • gold's
  • golds
  • holds
  • molds
  • moulds
  • old's
  • olds
  • scolds

  • unfolds
  • upholds
  • withholds
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