pause
Example Sentences
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Danco Laboratories and GenBioPro, which manufacture mifepristone, asked the Supreme Court to pause the appeals court order while they prepare to bring an emergency case to the top court.
From Barron's • May 14, 2026
But not many so much as pause to think about that, I’m guessing.
From Salon • May 14, 2026
"That is why we have decided to pause Drive Smart while we work with customers to understand how it can be improved."
From BBC • May 14, 2026
As the family is photographed, several Aces members come in and pause for a brief hug and coo before ducking quickly out of frame.
From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026
I pause beside a column and risk a look.
From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin
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