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pause

(p/O/z )

a time interval during which there is a temporary cessation of something(noun.time)

Synonym:
break, intermission, interruption, suspension

source: wordnet30
temporary inactivity(noun.act)

source: wordnet30
A temporary stop or rest; an intermission of action; interruption; suspension; cessation.(noun)

source: webster1913

interrupt temporarily an activity before continuing(verb.stative)

Example:
The speaker paused.

Synonym:
hesitate

source: wordnet30
cease an action temporarily(verb.communication)

Example:
We pause for station identification.

Synonym:
break, intermit

source: wordnet30
To make a short stop; to cease for a time; to intermit speaking or acting; to stop; to wait; to rest.(verb)

source: webster1913
To cause to stop or rest; -- used reflexively.(verb)

source: webster1913

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