as in postponed
to bring to a formal close for a period of time
the meeting was adjourned by the chairperson until further notice
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Recent Examples of adjourned
The two sides adjourned after around three hours of talks and resumed the discussions later.
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Arkansas Online, 27 Feb. 2026
The two sides adjourned after around three hours of talks and planned to resume the discussions later on Thursday.
—ABC News, 26 Feb. 2026
The two sides adjourned after around three hours of talks and resumed the discussions later.
—Jamey Keaten, Chicago Tribune, 26 Feb. 2026
The Illinois State House adjourned until mid-March without taking up a new megaprojects bill that could help the Chicago Bears build a new stadium in Arlington Heights.
—Marissa Perlman, CBS News, 26 Feb. 2026
Changes since end of 2025 session Minnesota has faced significant trials since the Legislature adjourned after passing a $66 billion, two-year budget last June.
—Alex Derosier, Twin Cities, 15 Feb. 2026
Madobe adjourned the session, warning that disciplinary measures would be taken against those responsible for the disruptions.
—Omar Faruk, Los Angeles Times, 28 Jan. 2026
Parker did not acknowledge Crain’s remark and adjourned the meeting.
—Emily Holshouser, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 28 Jan. 2026
The board adjourned the meeting and went into executive session.
—Ben Wheeler, Kansas City Star, 27 Jan. 2026
Arkansas Online, 27 Feb. 2026
The two sides adjourned after around three hours of talks and planned to resume the discussions later on Thursday.
—ABC News, 26 Feb. 2026
The two sides adjourned after around three hours of talks and resumed the discussions later.
—Jamey Keaten, Chicago Tribune, 26 Feb. 2026
The Illinois State House adjourned until mid-March without taking up a new megaprojects bill that could help the Chicago Bears build a new stadium in Arlington Heights.
—Marissa Perlman, CBS News, 26 Feb. 2026
Changes since end of 2025 session Minnesota has faced significant trials since the Legislature adjourned after passing a $66 billion, two-year budget last June.
—Alex Derosier, Twin Cities, 15 Feb. 2026
Madobe adjourned the session, warning that disciplinary measures would be taken against those responsible for the disruptions.
—Omar Faruk, Los Angeles Times, 28 Jan. 2026
Parker did not acknowledge Crain’s remark and adjourned the meeting.
—Emily Holshouser, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 28 Jan. 2026
The board adjourned the meeting and went into executive session.
—Ben Wheeler, Kansas City Star, 27 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for adjourned
Verb
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The game between Dallas and the Columbus Blue Jackets is postponed by the NHL after Stars forward Rich Peverley collapses on the bench during the first period.—
Senior Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Mar. 2026
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Snyder successfully argued that the start of his sentence should be postponed until his bid to have the Supreme Court hear his case was complete.—
Alexandra Kukulka,
Chicago Tribune,
10 Mar. 2026
Verb
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In 2023, Jalloh was sentenced to seven years in prison for malicious wounding, with five of those years suspended.—
Mia Cathell,
The Washington Examiner,
9 Mar. 2026
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Putting at an unbelievable level — just 70 putts through 54 holes — Bhatia had pulled within a shot of Berger when the third round concluded Sunday morning after weather suspended play Saturday evening with two groups still on the course.—
Edgar Thompson,
The Orlando Sentinel,
9 Mar. 2026
Verb
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At this point, the judge interrupted and suggested that Sharp meet with her attorney before testifying further.—
Kelsy Mittauer,
CBS News,
6 Mar. 2026
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The journey is hampered by lack of money and other misfortunes, and it’s eventually interrupted by a gunshot, announcing the cantankerous presence of Tiga.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
6 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Another feature that enhanced observation was recessed objective lenses and super-spectra coating, which helped to reduce flare and ghosting.—
Matt Morris,
Space.com,
4 Mar. 2026
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During public comment before the board recessed into closed session Thursday, several speakers criticized district leadership and called for greater transparency, referencing the FBI searches and district contracts.—
Teresa Liu,
Daily News,
26 Feb. 2026
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“Adjourned.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adjourned. Accessed 12 Mar. 2026.
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