1
as in postponed
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 hanged
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 suspended
Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 5 Jan. 2025
Miami Heat All-Star swingman Jimmy Butler has been suspended by his own team for seven games following a contentious last several months, during which the 6-foot-7 small forward has very visibly pined to be traded away.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 4 Jan. 2025
With Fabian Schar suspended and Jamaal Lascelles and Emil Krafth injured, Howe had no right-footed centre-backs available.
—Chris Waugh, The Athletic, 4 Jan. 2025
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
In the meantime, Yoon has been suspended from presidential duties, and Prime Minister Han Duck-soo initially became acting president.
—Stella Kim, NBC News, 3 Jan. 2025
This does not account for 3D factors like gravity—namely, how the hoop can remain suspended in rotation for extended periods of time.
—Jennifer Ouellette, Ars Technica, 3 Jan. 2025
Kindle and Cole had their Homeland Security credentials suspended but have not been fired, according to court documents.
—CBS News, 3 Jan. 2025
After being suspended back in June of 2023, limits on government borrowing were reinstated this week.
—Jj Kinahan, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
Verb
His season debut was further delayed after he was suspended for three games for shoving a columnist who had referenced Embiid’s son and late brother in a column questioning the athlete’s commitment and professionalism during his absence.
—Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 5 Jan. 2025
Miami Heat All-Star swingman Jimmy Butler has been suspended by his own team for seven games following a contentious last several months, during which the 6-foot-7 small forward has very visibly pined to be traded away.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 4 Jan. 2025
With Fabian Schar suspended and Jamaal Lascelles and Emil Krafth injured, Howe had no right-footed centre-backs available.
—Chris Waugh, The Athletic, 4 Jan. 2025
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
In the meantime, Yoon has been suspended from presidential duties, and Prime Minister Han Duck-soo initially became acting president.
—Stella Kim, NBC News, 3 Jan. 2025
This does not account for 3D factors like gravity—namely, how the hoop can remain suspended in rotation for extended periods of time.
—Jennifer Ouellette, Ars Technica, 3 Jan. 2025
Kindle and Cole had their Homeland Security credentials suspended but have not been fired, according to court documents.
—CBS News, 3 Jan. 2025
After being suspended back in June of 2023, limits on government borrowing were reinstated this week.
—Jj Kinahan, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for suspended
Verb
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It was originally supposed to go into effect in 2008, but has been repeatedly postponed, including during the pandemic.—
Leslie Josephs,
CNBC,
12 Apr. 2025
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The King and Queen were due to meet with Pope Francis as part of their Italian tour, however, Buckingham Palace announced on March 25 that the meeting had been postponed by mutual agreement due to the Catholic leader’s ongoing health concerns.—
Alina Trabattoni,
People.com,
9 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Of the other methods – including electrocution, lethal gas and hanging – lethal injection had the highest botch rate of more than 7%. ‘An embrace of brutality’ Still, states have remained averse to the firing squad, a position that experts who spoke to CNN believe stems from its overt violence.—
Dakin Andone,
CNN Money,
10 Apr. 2025
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The neutral material keeps it from looking like an eye sore and can be expanded for more hanging space as needed.—
Micaela Arnett,
Rolling Stone,
10 Jan. 2024
Verb
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But it was interrupted by at least one protester.—
Jeremy Gorner,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Apr. 2025
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His grousing is interrupted by some very cute uncle moments with Maria and Tommy’s son, Benji, then Joel takes off just as Tommy gets back.—
Kimberly Roots,
TVLine,
13 Apr. 2025
Verb
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In her stairway, Roche hung a series of four paintings vertically to emphasize the height of the ceilings.—
Amy Panos,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 Mar. 2025
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Sheer cream drapery and several sparkling chandeliers hung above the dance floor and tablescapes.—
Ashlyn Robinette,
People.com,
14 Mar. 2025
Verb
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The case has been adjourned and there will be a mention hearing on Wednesday, March 26 to set a date for a retrial, per the ABC.—
Becca Longmire,
People.com,
18 Mar. 2025
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But the House adjourned for the week after passing its proposal earlier this week, leaving the Senate to vote on its version of the spending plan or let the federal government shut down.—
Elizabeth Crisp,
The Hill,
14 Mar. 2025
Verb
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To the south, a glass panel dangled from an unseen crane; harnessed workers, high above us, were nudging it into place.—
Ian Parker,
The New Yorker,
20 Jan. 2025
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Dallas, according to front-office sources with other teams, has dangled Gafford in those discussions.—
Christian Clark,
The Athletic,
17 Jan. 2025
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“Suspended.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/suspended. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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