suspension
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A fire caused by falling debris from an intercepted attack forced the suspension of operations at the Habshan gas complex in Abu Dhabi, the government media office said.
From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026
A surge of water over six stories tall washes away the Sangkalang suspension bridge, a crucial link over the Teesta River, and one of more than 30 bridges that were destroyed.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026
Shortly before Carragher's suspension was announced, First Minister John Swinney was asked if he had confidence in Carragher.
From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026
Gov. Brian Kemp, a Republican, recently enacted a 60-day suspension of the state’s motor-fuel tax.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 1, 2026
He gave a sharp tug as if against some obstruction, and looked up into the buffeting dark before looping the rope around a cleat on the suspension ring.
From "The Golden Compass" by Philip Pullman
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