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hiatus

[hahy-ey-tuhs] / haɪˈeɪ təs /


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This marks Moranis’ first onscreen film role since taking a hiatus in 1997.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 16, 2026

That talent convinced O'Neal to rent a house in Vancouver and maintain his alliance with the physio during the summer hiatus.

From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026

New York City rockers The Strokes will also be back on stage after a years-long hiatus.

From Barron's • Apr. 12, 2026

We look at what has changed after a four-year hiatus.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 11, 2026

For an instant Ben sat in an utter hiatus.

From "The Sound and the Fury" by William Faulkner




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