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as in to put off
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Recent Examples of hold off
But hold off on warm-season annuals and vegetables, such as tomatoes, until your area's frost-free date.
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Midwest Living, 14 Apr. 2026
In the past, lawmakers have cited Ethics Committee investigations as reason to hold off on making any judgment until the panel has concluded its work.
—Caitlin Yilek, CBS News, 13 Apr. 2026
Residents in Maryland are pleading with leaders to hold off, joining others around the country worried about the harm the projects may bring.
—Paul Schwartzman, Washington Post, 13 Apr. 2026
It's ensnared all kinds of products, including phones, laptops, and consoles, forcing consumers to pay more or hold off on purchases.
—Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 10 Apr. 2026
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Midwest Living, 14 Apr. 2026
In the past, lawmakers have cited Ethics Committee investigations as reason to hold off on making any judgment until the panel has concluded its work.
—Caitlin Yilek, CBS News, 13 Apr. 2026
Residents in Maryland are pleading with leaders to hold off, joining others around the country worried about the harm the projects may bring.
—Paul Schwartzman, Washington Post, 13 Apr. 2026
It's ensnared all kinds of products, including phones, laptops, and consoles, forcing consumers to pay more or hold off on purchases.
—Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 10 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for hold off
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hold off
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With sedge plants, the rhizomes create a tough mat just below ground level that resists foot traffic.—
Lee Wallender,
The Spruce,
30 Apr. 2026
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Both homeowners were charged with resisting.—
Terell Bailey,
CBS News,
30 Apr. 2026
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Immediately after last year’s NFL draft, in which the Rams came away with two first-round picks in 2026, coach Sean McVay put off any hint of anticipation about how the team might leverage their bounty in this year’s draft.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
22 Apr. 2026
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Particularly, Kachka said, Ukraine is willing to put off receiving subsidies from the EU’s Common Agricultural Policy, or CAP, for several years in an attempt to ease concerns over one of the bloc’s largest and most politically sensitive programs.—
Oliver Crook,
Bloomberg,
21 Apr. 2026
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He was advised to turn back along the same route and keep moving to avoid falling asleep through hypothermia.—
Gabrielle Rockson,
PEOPLE,
28 Apr. 2026
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Among the vessels attempting to cross the Strait of Hormuz during the ceasefire, several were fired upon and others turned back.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
26 Apr. 2026
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The General Assembly could deal with that risk, before the traditional May 31 close of the spring session, and table the broader megaprojects effort until the fall veto.—
David Greising,
Chicago Tribune,
24 Apr. 2026
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These foodie tours dive deeper into the cuisines of each region, with hands-on experiences and a look at the local food culture from sourcing to preparation to table.—
Beth Luberecki,
USA Today,
11 Apr. 2026
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Unfortunately for Portland, that was not enough to withstand the tidal-wave run the Spurs went on starting in the middle of the third quarter.—
Christian Clark,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2026
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Luckily, most spring leafy greens can withstand a broken petiole or two and recover nicely.—
Anthony Reardon,
Kansas City Star,
24 Apr. 2026
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Sources confirm to People and TMZ that Zoë Kravitz and Channing Tatum broke off their engagement after three years together.—
Hannah Madlener,
Glamour,
24 Apr. 2026
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According to police, the ignition key had been broken off in the door.—
Sophie Sonnenfeld,
ABC News,
23 Apr. 2026
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Megan, meanwhile, gets increasingly emotional, turns away from the audience to wipe her tears, then pulls herself together and smiles so that the show can go on and everybody else can bow as well.—
Jason P. Frank,
Vulture,
27 Apr. 2026
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In turning away the case, the Supreme Court leaves that lower court decision in place.—
Melissa Quinn,
CBS News,
27 Apr. 2026
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In February, opponents packed the City Hall chambers ahead of a planned Historic Preservation Board meeting, which was ultimately deferred at the Fontainebleau’s request after one of the board members didn’t show up.—
Aaron Leibowitz,
Miami Herald,
28 Apr. 2026
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Booker deferred too much to Durant.—
Doug Haller,
New York Times,
26 Apr. 2026
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“Hold off.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hold%20off. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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