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VocabJLPT N1

reservation

NounSuru VerbTransitive Verb

Definitions

1. reservation
2. putting on hold

This noun and verb (with する) means putting something on hold or keeping it in reserve, without making a final decision. It is commonly used in business or everyday situations, such as holding a phone call or delaying a judgment.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Even if you need an answer "by this week," we're still reviewing it — so it's on hold.

Sentence 2

I've been leaving my reply on hold for a whole week now…

Sentence 3

He walks forward holding only questions, withholding any claim to the truth.

Sentence 4

Let's put that on hold and look at some other options.

Sentence 5

The government announced it is deferring the decision on additional aid.