suspended
Pronunciation: [səˈspɛndəd]
Word
Context: "suspension"
(verb) to stop something from happening for a while or to hold it up in the air. For example, when a teacher tells a student to take a break and not participate in class for a period of time.
Example
The teacher suspended the project until the students could come up with better ideas.
Example
She didn't want to be suspended from school for not following the rules.
Example
Why was the student suspended from the game?
Context: "state of being"
(adjective) something that is temporarily held in place or not fully decided. Think of a swing hanging in the air; it's not on the ground, but it's not moving either.
Example
The suspended decoration floated beautifully from the ceiling.
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The suspended plans were not canceled; they were just waiting for the right time.
Example
Is the decision still suspended until next week?
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