verb (rare, archaic or poetic) as in strong fondness

Strongest matches

delay, hold back, keep back

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Example Sentences

Example:The weather detained the flight, causing a significant delay.

Definition:To make slow or stop the progress of something.

From delay

Example:She held back a tear as she recalled the painful memories.

Definition:To prevent movement, progress, or proceedings.

From hold back

Example:The detective kept back information to protect the witness's identity.

Definition:To refrain from disclosing or releasing something.

From keep back