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hiatus

[hahy-ey-tuhs] / haɪˈeɪ təs /


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She returned to competitive skiing last year after a six-year hiatus.

From Los Angeles Times

She returned from a 16-month hiatus at the DC Open last July.

From Barron's

The Welshman, who is back in the tournament after a two-year hiatus, beat the world number three 6-2 to continue his impressive start to the year.

From BBC

The 2025 world champion returns to her second Olympic Games with a fresh, mature perspective from a two-year hiatus and has already helped the United States to a gold medal in the team event.

From Los Angeles Times

Next up was the shooting stars competition, which returned to All-Star Weekend after a 10-year hiatus and featured four teams, each consisting of two current NBA players and one retired “legend.”

From Los Angeles Times