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Hold Delay Sth Meaning Time Synonym Decided Expansion

Word hold off
Meaning

Meaning: to delay doing something until a later time

Synonym: delay

Example For example:

  • hold off sth We've decided to hold off our expansion plans because of the downturn in the economy.

  • hold off doing sth We should hold off publishing the book until the end of the year.

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