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abeyance

[uh-bey-uhns] / əˈbeɪ əns /


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The chief worry for White is that until 2020 most supply shocks were positive and disinflationary, as globalization and efficient supply chains kept prices in abeyance.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 7, 2026

In all cases the removal of his titles and honours has been voluntary and they remain in abeyance, though not in use.

From BBC • Oct. 21, 2025

The case is currently held in abeyance while the appeals court ponders various issues.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 12, 2024

Those funds were held in abeyance, but Pechman now wants the state to pay $100 million of those fines.

From Seattle Times • Jul. 8, 2023

All their natural behavior was held in abeyance.

From "Tiger, Tiger" by Lynne Reid Banks




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