suspended
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
The agency temporarily suspended this rule in 2021 in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, then lifted it entirely in 2023.
From Los Angeles Times • May 14, 2026
Both sides instead pointed to continuity in the October trade truce, under which Washington suspended steep tariff increases on Chinese goods while Beijing eased back from restricting rare earth exports.
From BBC • May 14, 2026
Traffic in the Strait of Hormuz, through which 20% of global oil passes, is largely suspended, with May’s tanker average at 2.6 daily.
From Barron's • May 14, 2026
Vic joined the Air Force, and Dallin suspended his doubts about newfangled airplane technology long enough to attend Vic’s graduation from the academy.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026
For a moment, he was caught, suspended over the top, and Clara looked back in horror as one of girls, her hands along his thigh like claws, yanked him backward.
From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny
Vocabulary lists containing suspended
The Vocabulary.com Top 1000
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
Words for the High School Graduate
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
Novel Study: Of Mice and Men, Chapters 4–6
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
