abeyances

noun

plural of abeyance
as in suspensions
a state of temporary inactivity our weekend plans were held in abeyance until we could get a weather forecast

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suspensions
Noun
  • Idrovo was one of several advocates who spoke at the Capitol in the spring in favor of legislation to end suspensions for nonviolent behavior.
    — Theo Peck-Suzuki, Hartford Courant, 5 Aug. 2026
  • Trading in Kospi stocks was halted four times during the month, a record run for circuit-breaker suspensions, a tool rarely used before this year.
    — Youkyung Lee, Fortune, 2 Aug. 2026
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