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I'm confused.. it fits the literal definition of withholding: > To refrain from giving or granting: synonym: keep.

• imgabe 5y ago
  Words have both connotations and denotations. The denotation is the literal dictionary definition. The connotation is the associated meaning that comes to people’s minds. The connotation of “withholding“ is to prevent someone from getting something they are owed. Business Insider wants to imply that MC employees were owed equity, despite MC being clear and upfront about the fact this was not offered. This way, many thousands of aggrieved employees who are unsatisfied with their career decisions and seeking someone to blame will click on the article and feel like they are victims of an unjust system. This will generate many pageviews and therefore revenue for Business Insider.