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as in postponing
to bring to a formal close for a period of time
the judge suspended the hearing to give the district attorney more time to process evidence
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as in hanging
to place on an elevated point without support from below
suspended a banner proclaiming the town's "Heritage Days" from the archway
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Recent Examples of suspending
Now, lo and behold, what Judge Schiltz is describing is a form of effectively suspending habeas corpus.
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Isaac Chotiner, New Yorker, 3 Feb. 2026
However, the bill gave Lincoln great power by suspending this in order to imprison those who were viewed as threats to the Union.
—Mikayla Bunnell, Hartford Courant, 3 Feb. 2026
But some animal welfare activists have pushed the administration to go further, suspending primate imports for research purposes entirely.
—Ed Silverman, STAT, 3 Feb. 2026
The memo, obtained and reviewed by The Star, calls for sweeping cuts to ensure basic services within the department can continue through the end of the fiscal year by suspending overtime.
—Ben Wheeler, Kansas City Star, 3 Feb. 2026
But the outdoor pool is staying open, and the hotel isn’t suspending outdoor terrace dining.
—Michael Butler, Miami Herald, 30 Jan. 2026
And there are domestic mechanisms to try to recover assets sent abroad, including pressuring defendants in the United States, holding individuals in contempt, and suspending passports.
—Marie Sapirie, Forbes.com, 26 Jan. 2026
First of all, by doing away with the seat and suspending the rider's body over the frame, their arm, shoulder and core muscles reportedly become better engaged for a much more complete, high-intensity workout.
—New Atlas, 26 Jan. 2026
Democrat Jennifer Konfrst is suspending her congressional campaign and endorsing Sarah Trone Garriott in the race for Iowa's 3rd Congressional District.
—Marissa Payne, Des Moines Register, 26 Jan. 2026
Isaac Chotiner, New Yorker, 3 Feb. 2026
However, the bill gave Lincoln great power by suspending this in order to imprison those who were viewed as threats to the Union.
—Mikayla Bunnell, Hartford Courant, 3 Feb. 2026
But some animal welfare activists have pushed the administration to go further, suspending primate imports for research purposes entirely.
—Ed Silverman, STAT, 3 Feb. 2026
The memo, obtained and reviewed by The Star, calls for sweeping cuts to ensure basic services within the department can continue through the end of the fiscal year by suspending overtime.
—Ben Wheeler, Kansas City Star, 3 Feb. 2026
But the outdoor pool is staying open, and the hotel isn’t suspending outdoor terrace dining.
—Michael Butler, Miami Herald, 30 Jan. 2026
And there are domestic mechanisms to try to recover assets sent abroad, including pressuring defendants in the United States, holding individuals in contempt, and suspending passports.
—Marie Sapirie, Forbes.com, 26 Jan. 2026
First of all, by doing away with the seat and suspending the rider's body over the frame, their arm, shoulder and core muscles reportedly become better engaged for a much more complete, high-intensity workout.
—New Atlas, 26 Jan. 2026
Democrat Jennifer Konfrst is suspending her congressional campaign and endorsing Sarah Trone Garriott in the race for Iowa's 3rd Congressional District.
—Marissa Payne, Des Moines Register, 26 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for suspending
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About a third of adult immigrants reported skipping or postponing health care in the past year, according to a KFF/New York Times poll released in November.—
Phil Galewitz,
CNN Money,
5 Feb. 2026
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These conditions pose challenges for travel, so exercise extra caution on the road or consider postponing your trip if possible.—
Bay Area Weather Report,
Mercury News,
5 Feb. 2026
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Martinko recommends hanging a paper calendar on your wall, switching to a paper planner, and writing out grocery lists and meal plans in lieu of turning to your digital device.—
Madeline Buiano,
Martha Stewart,
8 Feb. 2026
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But the bigger concern hanging over the industry is the rise of prediction markets like Kalshi, which have come out of nowhere over the last year to offer a new way to bet on sports, bypassing the state-level gambling regulations that have restricted the spread of older gambling apps.—
Peyton Forte,
Fortune,
8 Feb. 2026
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According to court documents, Lemon and Fort were livestreaming as dozens of anti-ICE protesters entered the church, interrupting the service while yelling and blowing whistles.—
Danielle Bacher,
PEOPLE,
31 Jan. 2026
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Plates arrive in sequence, craft cocktails appear at the right moment, and staff read your cues without over-performing or interrupting.—
Jessica Chapel,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Jan. 2026
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The rescue helicopter was yellow, dangling her in the air over the jagged white Dolomites.—
Sally Jenkins,
The Atlantic,
8 Feb. 2026
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Two broken floodlights could be seen dangling from a wire in the back of the house.—
Adam Sabes , Michael Ruiz,
FOXNews.com,
6 Feb. 2026
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That’s because even common maneuvers, such as calling up a bill or recessing for the night, are subject to debate.—
George Petras,
USA Today,
6 Nov. 2025
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In practice, the proceedings can end with agreements adopted and the presidency adjourning the meeting after noting any objections.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
22 Nov. 2025
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“Suspending.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/suspending. Accessed 10 Feb. 2026.
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