as in suspension
a state of temporary inactivity
the flower bulbs went from latency to full bloom in a matter of days
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Noun
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The memo also calls for the temporary suspension of LEP.gov, a federal website for people with limited English proficiency.—
Kaelan Deese,
The Washington Examiner,
14 July 2025 -
At least one opposition party has called for his suspension.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
14 July 2025
Noun
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The dense woods surrounding the trail offer an atmospheric backdrop for the series’ moments of suspense in every episode.—
Darah Derios,
Charlotte Observer,
22 July 2025
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But unlike the average thriller, his movies draw suspense less from incident and surprise and more from emotional dislocation.—
Bilge Ebiri,
Vulture,
18 July 2025
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“Latency.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/latency. Accessed 5 Aug. 2025.
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