pause
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Any sharp movement in stock price could trigger so-called circuit breakers that could pause trading.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026
Hochman’s pause, if granted, would apply only to the abuse cases stemming from juvenile halls, which make up the bulk of the lawsuits, and not the cases arising from foster care or the children’s shelter.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026
Mr Edwards welcomed the pausing of the ban, but added: "I'm not quite sure what pause means. I think the ban should be rescinded totally so that camper van owners can safely and legally park."
From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026
Construction of the facility is under a temporary pause order from Kenya's High Court -- although work has continued at the site -- and it has been opposed by local politicians in Laikipia.
From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026
I pause, clutching both the pamphlet and the gravity of the situation.
From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin
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