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holdout
[ hohld-out ]
noun
- an act or instance of holding out.
- a person who delays signing a contract in hopes of gaining more favorable terms:
The basketball star was a holdout until they offered more money.
- a person who declines to participate, cooperate, agree, etc.:
Aside from one or two holdouts, everyone contributed.
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of holdout1
Example Sentences
Trump personally called some of the holdouts to encourage them to pass the bill, the two Republican leaders said.
They are now supplying food and other necessities to fellow fire holdouts, and serving as couriers for dozens of others living outside the fire zone.
After the final vote, the House Freedom Caucus – some of whom were among the temporary holdouts – released a statement explaining that they ultimately backed Johnson because of their support for Trump.
Eight of the 10 resigned under pressure; Biden fired the two holdouts.
Vice President Kamala Harris is raising fresh concerns about former President Trump’s mental fitness as she tries to reach holdout voters in swing states.
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