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be suspended

VERB
hover
Synonyms
STRONGEST
drift flicker flutter fly linger poise waver
STRONG
dance flit flitter
WEAK
brood over hang about wait nearby
Antonyms
WEAK
lie rest settle
VERB
levitate
Synonyms
STRONG
drift float fly hang hover rise soar
WEAK
defy gravity
Antonyms
STRONG
land
VERB
overhang
Synonyms
STRONG
beetle command endanger extend impend jut loom menace overtop poke portend pouch project protrude threaten
WEAK
be imminent cast a shadow dangle over droop over flap over rise above stand out stick out swing over tower above
Antonyms
STRONG
aid assist help keep save

Example Sentences

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However, "if the fund's liquidity falls below a critical threshold, projects may be suspended or even abandoned in the event of a further decline", the Swiss defence ministry said in Wednesday's statement.

From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026

If found culpable, he could be suspended from the practice of law or disbarred in D.C.

From Slate • Mar. 11, 2026

After four months his drivers license will be suspended and personal property, like a car, could be repossessed, or even be subject to wage garnishment.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 9, 2026

He caught the joy, triumph and relief in her face as she appeared to be suspended in midair during her short program, although she had clearly landed.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 21, 2026

They will be suspended in the void, unable to tell if they are fixed or moving because there will be no landmarks for them to recognize.

From "The Reader" by Traci Chee