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as in suspensions
a state of temporary inactivity
repair work on the bridge was in a holding pattern for the duration of the winter
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as in delays
an instance or period of being prevented from going about one's business
the couple has been trapped in this holding pattern for six months, as adoption officials create more red tape
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suspensions
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While JetBlue Airways has said its daily service remains suspended until at last April, American Airlines announced the indefinite suspensions of flights between Miami and Toussaint Louverture International Airport.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
4 Jan. 2025 -
At just 21 years old, the Nashville Predators forward has 11 previous suspensions in two leagues.—
Michael Russo,
The Athletic,
2 Jan. 2025
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“Holding patterns.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/holding%20patterns. Accessed 8 Aug. 2025.
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