suspended
/səˈspɛndɪd/
adjective
- Temporarily stopped from happening or continuing.
- All flights were suspended because of the volcanic ash cloud.
- His driver's license is suspended for six months.
- The game remained suspended until the rain stopped.
- Hanging from above, not touching the ground or a lower surface.
- Dust particles remained suspended in the air after the explosion.
- A suspended ceiling hides the wiring and pipes above.
- The bridge has a suspended walkway that sways in the wind.
- Removed from a job or position temporarily, often as a punishment or during an investigation.
- Several suspended officers are fighting the charges against them.
- The suspended teacher waited for the school board's decision.
- The player was suspended for three games after the incident.
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