MORATORIUMS Synonyms: 34 Similar and Opposite Words

moratoriums

noun

variants or moratoria

plural of moratorium

as in suspensions

a state of temporary inactivity the director of the blood bank called for a moratorium in donations until the surplus could be used up

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Recent Examples of moratoriums As public backlash to data centers mounts, investors are trying to discern whether moratoriums or other hurdles could hamper forecasts for size and completion of data center projects. — John Towfighi, CNN Money, 20 Oct. 2026 Culver City explored emergency moratoriums on building permits for AV fleet facilities, while Santa Monica used local noise and traffic ordinances to restrict 24-hour charging hubs. — Andrew Hawkins, The Verge, 18 Oct. 2026 The poll also found that seven in 10 voters worry that outright moratoriums on AI data centers could lead to China having more control over infrastructure that houses US information. — Morgan Chalfant, semafor.com, 15 Oct. 2026 While local governments are addressing concerns through zoning restrictions and moratoriums, the state could simplify some of the political distress by common sense laws regarding data center obligations and civic responsibilities. — Mary Ramsey, Charlotte Observer, 14 Oct. 2026 Meanwhile, calls for moratoriums are spreading through communities across the country. — Riley Callanan, CBS News, 12 Oct. 2026 These efforts include practices such as hosting educational sessions, workshops, speakers and even placing moratoriums on social fraternity events that include alcohol. — Pietro A. Sasso, The Conversation, 2 Oct. 2026 Groton, West Haven, and Morris have instituted moratoriums on data center construction in their communities. — Anna Zarra Aldrich, Hartford Courant, 25 Sep. 2026 Other counties also have recently adopted moratoriums, including Pasco, Holmes, Clay, Nassau, Leon, Bay and Citrus counties. — Abigail Hasebroock, Sun Sentinel, 24 Sep. 2026

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suspensions

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Nationwide gas prices have declined in recent days due to state fuel tax suspensions and seasonal changes in fuel production.

— Sacbee.com, Sacbee.com, 23 Oct. 2026
Seko nonetheless expects temporary gate suspensions and pilotage halts for Ningbo, Shanghai, Xiamen and Fuzhou from Friday night through Monday, with intermittent pilotage suspensions at Yangshan across the same window.

— Glenn Taylor, Footwear News, 23 Oct. 2026

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