ADJOURNMENTS Synonyms: 41 Similar and Opposite Words

adjournments

noun

plural of adjournment

as in discontinuances

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Noun

The reduction, first from five picks to four and then from four to three, came after Timberwolves executive Kevin McHale and owner Glen Taylor agreed to serve suspensions.

— Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 14 Sep. 2026
In February, longtime GAGE staffers Karla Grimes and Tiffany Davenport were given one-year temporary suspensions.

— PJ Green September 11, Kansas City Star, 11 Sep. 2026

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Leaders contented that in addition to geopolitical challenges, they have been impacted as luxury brands struggle to restore client loyalty following a period of rampant price hikes and even some lapses in quality.

— Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 18 Sep. 2026
Reports from the office have been delayed this year because of funding lapses, according to the agency’s website.

— Claire Heddles, Miami Herald, 16 Sep. 2026

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