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 Republican president said the ceasefire includes a suspension of all kinetic activity and the exchange of 1,000 prisoners by each country.—
Darlene Superville,
Chicago Tribune,
9 May 2026 -
Some are backing away from exclusionary discipline like suspensions and expulsions and have embraced schoolwide approaches that reward positive behavior and provide social skills practice through games and role-playing.—
Stacker,
Hartford Courant,
9 May 2026
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Maia Chance is the national bestselling author of multiple mystery and suspense novels, including her latest domestic thriller (featuring a tradwife), The Ravine, out now.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
4 May 2026
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While Aliens is best known for its iconic action sequences, there is plenty of intrigue, suspense, and drama during the quieter moments.—
Grace Dean,
Space.com,
2 May 2026
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“Latency.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/latency. Accessed 15 May. 2026.
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