as in suspense
a state of temporary inactivity
trading with that nation is in suspension until it improves its record on human rights
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Recent Examples of suspension
Phoenix Mercury forward Alyssa Thomas took aim at WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert on Tuesday after receiving a one-game suspension for a flagrant hit to Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark's throat.
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Alejandro Avila Outkick,
FOXNews.com,
30 June 2026
The state Supreme Court’s suspension of Berkman began June 12.
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David J. Neal,
Miami Herald,
30 June 2026
That was a reference, of course, to Carr’s threat to Kimmel last year, which sparked a brief ABC suspension.
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Alex Weprin,
HollywoodReporter,
29 June 2026
Buyers need to know which models are general access, which models are gated, what conditions can trigger suspension and how quickly service can be restored.
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Ron Schmelzer,
Forbes.com,
29 June 2026
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Alejandro Avila Outkick,
FOXNews.com,
30 June 2026
The state Supreme Court’s suspension of Berkman began June 12.
—
David J. Neal,
Miami Herald,
30 June 2026
That was a reference, of course, to Carr’s threat to Kimmel last year, which sparked a brief ABC suspension.
—
Alex Weprin,
HollywoodReporter,
29 June 2026
Buyers need to know which models are general access, which models are gated, what conditions can trigger suspension and how quickly service can be restored.
—
Ron Schmelzer,
Forbes.com,
29 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for suspension
suspense
Noun
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The stage is set for unbelievable tension and suspense-building, and it's executed perfectly through Spielberg's directorial prowess with memorable scenes from raptors in the kitchen to a T-Rex in the toilet.
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The Internet has unintentionally killed the suspense for nearly everything, up to and including concerts.
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“Suspension.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/suspension. Accessed 4 Jul. 2026.
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