hold out on

Idioms and Phrases

see hold out , def. 4.

Example Sentences

She also said she backs the mayor’s focus on improving public safety, but would hold out on supporting the bill itself until she read its text.

From Washington Times

He has continued to hold out on Sweden, although he can justifiably claim credit for a tough new antiterrorism law that will go into effect in the country on June 1.

From New York Times

Although he ultimately came around on Finland, he has continued to hold out on Sweden, citing Stockholm’s refusal to extradite those he calls “terrorists” affiliated with the militant Kurdistan Workers’ Party, or PKK.

From Washington Post

In the meantime, Hungary entered the fray, ratifying Finland’s bid but saying it, too, will hold out on Sweden.

From Washington Post

“So we’re a step behind the rest of the world in terms of censoring the internet. And the question is whether we can even hold out on our own.”

From Washington Times

Related Words

• conceal
• deduct
• deny
• detain
• hide
• keep
• refuse
• resist
• retain
• suppress