Synonyms of suspensions

suspensions

noun

plural of suspension

as in suspenses

a state of temporary inactivity

trading with that nation is in suspension until it improves its record on human rights

Synonyms & Similar Words

• suspenses
• moratoriums
• comas
• latencies
• recessions
• dormancies
• inertias
• cold storages
• deep freezes
• suspended animations
• holding patterns
• inactions
• quiescences
• abeyances
• recesses
• doldrums
• remissions
• slumbers
• standstills
• torpors
• rests
• hypnoses
• impasses
• layoffs
• hibernations
• sleeps
• downtimes
• reposes

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• continuations
• continuances
• renewals
• resumptions
• resuscitations
• recommencements

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of suspensions

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

In August, Hockey Canada announced continued suspensions for four of the five members but reinstated Formenton effective immediately. — Janson Duench, New York Times, 9 Sep. 2026

Of course, a catalog filled with percentages, peptides, acids, suspensions, and microemulsions can still require a bit of decoding. — Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 6 Sep. 2026

Penalties include fines, suspensions, and, for serious misconduct, banning individuals and firms from the industry. — Charlotte Observer, 2 Sep. 2026

Among other goals, the plan looks to close academic gaps, double the number of Black male teachers and reduce out-of-school suspensions and expulsions for Black students. — Kate Armanini, Chicago Tribune, 31 Aug. 2026

Interim suspensions, imposed before any hearing, numbered 131 systemwide. — Jaweed Kaleem, Los Angeles Times, 31 Aug. 2026

Emirates President Tim Clark said last month the airline was flying at 90% of capacity, but Lufthansa, British Airways, and Singapore Airlines have all extended route suspensions in the region. — semafor.com, 27 Aug. 2026