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Hold releases, as discussed (6)

Ross

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freeze

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'hold' is the definition.
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(Other definitions for freeze that I've seen before include "Hold at fixed level - say prices" , "Suddenly stop absolutely still" , "Harden into ice" , "Stand motionless" , "period of cold weather" .)

I've seen this clue in The Hindu.
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