Synonyms for

Suspends

Verb / sʌˈspendz / Another word for suspends — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to temporarily stop or hold something in place

Synonyms & similar words

debar setaside suspend freeze halt interrupt cease discontinue postpone delay halt pause terminate stop shelve defer adjourn recess prolong extend continue

Example sentences

  1. The construction of the building was suspended due to the weather.
  2. The coach suspended the player from the team for breaking the rules.
  3. The company suspended production of the product until further notice.
  4. The bridge was suspended over the river.
  5. The government suspended the law for a year.

Quotes

  • Life is a series of natural and spontaneous changes. Don't resist them; that only creates sorrow. Let reality be reality. Let things flow naturally forward in whatever way they like. - Lao Tzu
  • Let us be of good cheer, remembering that the misfortunes hardest to bear are those which never come. - James Russell Lowell
  • Don't let yesterday take up too much of today. - Will Rogers

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