Embargo and Holdback

Embargo

Embargo noun - An order that something not be done or used.

Holdback and embargo are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Holdback" instead a noun "Embargo".

Nearby Words: embargoed, embargoing

Holdback

Holdback noun - Something that makes movement or progress difficult.
Usage example: the only holdback to starting the new job is my contractual commitment to my current position

Embargo and holdback are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Embargo" instead a noun "Holdback".

Nearby Words: hold, holding
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