SUSPENSION Synonyms: 37 Similar and Opposite Words

suspension

noun

sə-ˈspen(t)-shən

Definition of suspension

as in suspense

a state of temporary inactivity trading with that nation is in suspension until it improves its record on human rights

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Recent Examples of suspension The suspension doesn’t cover planning, measurements, soil surveys or other work with minor impacts that can be easily reversed, the agency said. — Joshua Hong, Fortune, 23 Oct. 2026 The temporary suspension is intended to minimize the potential for widespread delays and cancellations if coastal conditions disrupt rail operations, Metrolink said. — Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 23 Oct. 2026 Nationwide gas prices have declined in recent days due to state fuel tax suspensions and seasonal changes in fuel production. — 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 See All Example Sentences for suspension

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suspense

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To be fair, the fault here lies equally with the scripts, which dump information without first creating suspense.

— Alison Herman, Variety, 23 Oct. 2026
The holiday atmosphere can provide an extra element of suspense when done right, as in these four notable films.

— David Faris, TheWeek, 22 Oct. 2026

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