pause
Example Sentences
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That would mark a shift from a previously expected pause, with the revision driven by persistent forex market pressure, rising private sector dollar demand and the effects of policy measures currently in place waning.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026
As the U.S. stock market registered more record highs this week, it threw up a seldom-seen technical and sentiment signal that may cause bulls to pause for reflection.
From MarketWatch • May 15, 2026
The temporary pause on spraying herbicides started April 30, she said in a written statement.
From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2026
"That is why we have decided to pause Drive Smart while we work with customers to understand how it can be improved."
From BBC • May 14, 2026
The square was shady, surrounded by trees and small, brightly painted cafés, but Nighthand would not pause to allow Gelifen to eat the scraps left on the tables.
From "Impossible Creatures" by Katherine Rundell
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