Holdup and Misappropriation

Holdup

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

Misappropriation and holdup are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Misappropriation" instead a noun "Holdup".

Misappropriation

Misappropriation noun - The fraudulent appropriation of funds or property entrusted to your care but actually owned by someone else.
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Synonyms for Misappropriation

Holdup and misappropriation are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Holdup" instead a noun "Misappropriation".

Nearby Words: misappropriate, misappropriated, misappropriating
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