holds off (Meaning)
holds off
to defer action on, to block from an objective, to keep away, to defer or temporarily stop doing something, postpone, delay, to fight to a standoff
Synonyms & Antonyms of holds off
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holds off Sentence Examples
- The brave goalie holds off the relentless forwards, preventing them from scoring.
- The cure holds off the symptoms of the disease, allowing the patient to function normally.
- The reinforced door holds off the intruders, giving the occupants time to call for help.
- The firefighters hold off the blaze, preventing it from spreading to nearby buildings.
- The cold weather holds off the spring flowers, delaying their blooming season.
- The bank holds off on foreclosing on the homeowner due to extenuating circumstances.
- The government holds off on implementing new regulations until further research is conducted.
- The body's immune system holds off the infection, preventing it from taking hold.
- The opposition holds off the ruling party in the election, preventing it from gaining a majority.
- The calm sea holds off the rough waves, providing a safe passage for the boats.
FAQs About the word holds off
to defer action on, to block from an objective, to keep away, to defer or temporarily stop doing something, postpone, delay, to fight to a standoff
stands off, turns back, turns away, withstands, opposes, resists, fights, repels, rebuts, staves off
embraces, welcomes,hails,
The brave goalie holds off the relentless forwards, preventing them from scoring.
The cure holds off the symptoms of the disease, allowing the patient to function normally.
The reinforced door holds off the intruders, giving the occupants time to call for help.
The firefighters hold off the blaze, preventing it from spreading to nearby buildings.
