Example Sentences

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Last month, a judge ruled largely in Silver’s favor, saying the city must issue the permits it has been withholding.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 1, 2025

But a new report indicates the Justice Department has been withholding similar documents from the public for years.

From Salon • Mar. 23, 2024

He said it suggests that the prosecution has been withholding evidence from the defense.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 22, 2023

You may find out truths your husband has been withholding, too, that pull him to stay where you are with a force equal to the one pulling you toward your family.

From Washington Post • Nov. 4, 2021

The victims’ families say the U.S. government has been withholding details from the public that show Saudi Arabian officials were involved in the planning and execution of the attack.

From Washington Times • Sep. 12, 2021