pausing

Example Sentences

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In 2024, the company brought back its fashion show after pausing it in 2019.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 2, 2026

Then, pausing, he added: “It’s not just about me. I think my wife also is someone who deserves some time.”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 30, 2026

With income growth pausing and inflation increasing, people tapped into savings to keep afloat.

From Barron's • May 28, 2026

Waymo said that it’s pausing its robotaxi services on freeways in the U.S. as it updates its software to improve performance around construction zones and flooded roads.

From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2026

My dad moved with a pained slowness, using an aluminum walker to get himself around the house, pausing often to catch his breath.

From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama