Holdback and Let

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

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

Nearby Words: hold, holding

Let

Let noun - Something that makes movement or progress difficult.
Usage example: a private resort that allows vacationers to experience without let the joys of nudism

Holdback and let are semantically related. You can use "Holdback" instead a noun "Let".

Nearby Word: letting
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