Holdback and Slowdown

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Holdback noun - An instance or period of being prevented from going about one's business.

Usage example: there'll be a holdback on production until the new machinery is fully installed

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

Nearby Words: hold, holding

Slowdown noun - A usually gradual decrease in the pace or level of activity of something.

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Holdback and slowdown are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Holdback" instead a noun "Slowdown".

Nearby Words: slow, slowness

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