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A temporary or conditional delay or interruption in a process or activity
“A diplomatic incident between the two sides resulted in the suspension of talks.”
A halt or discontinuation in a process or activity
“The $12-billion mark would not be achieved in the current fiscal year due to the complete suspension of trade between the two countries.”
A brief pause or break during a process or activity
“After a brief suspension of the meeting for consultations, the President of the Council made a statement on behalf of members.”
Temporary prohibition or exclusion from an activity, typically as a form of punishment
“The athlete received a two-year suspension for failing to comply with regulations.”
The act of ordering or forcing someone to leave a position or role
A homogeneous mixture formed by dissolving one or more substances
The act of abrogating
Disturbance or problems which interrupt an event, activity, or process
A type of primary and secondary school disciplinary method in which, for a given period of time, the students being punished are not allowed to attend school or be on the school campus for any reason
The molten matter within the earth, the source of the material of lava flows, dikes of eruptive rocks, etc.
Lack of action where some is expected or appropriate
Very fine solid or liquid particles suspended in the air, slightly limiting visibility
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