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Suspensions

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

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Common collocations

  • temporary suspensions
  • indefinite suspensions
  • suspensions of disbelief
  • suspensions of judgment
  • suspensions of service
  • suspensions of payments
  • suspensions of operations

Word family

verb suspend
adjective suspensory

Usage note

In a legal context, 'suspension' often refers to a temporary removal of rights or privileges. 'Suspension of disbelief' is a common idiom referring to the willingness to accept the unreal for the sake of enjoyment.

Example sentences

  1. 1. The game was put on suspension due to the heavy rain.
  2. 2. Billy had to face a suspension from school for cheating on his test.
  3. 3. The suspension of the construction project caused a delay in the completion date.
  4. 4. The car's suspension made for a smooth ride on the bumpy road.
  5. 5. The player was given a suspension for unsportsmanlike behavior.

Quotes

  • 1. "In the midst of chaos, there is also opportunity." - Sun Tzu
  • 2. "In every crisis, there is a message. Crises are nature's way of forcing change, breaking down old structures, shaking loose negative habits so that something new and better can take their place." - Susan L. Taylor
  • 3. "I have learned over the years that when one's mind is made up, this diminishes fear; knowing what must be done does away with fear." - Rosa Parks

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