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Definitions

time-out

NOUN
suspension of activity
Synonyms
STRONGEST
breather letup lull
STRONG
break halt interlude intermission pause recess rest spell
WEAK
breathing spell short break
Antonyms
STRONGEST
continuation

Example Sentences

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“We’re on a time-out, and without really determined focus and deliberate diplomacy, this will be a very long intermission while both sides regroup and think about the next round.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 5, 2025

She said offers of reduced timetables or "time-out" passes, whilst well-intentioned, actually made her children feel worse.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2025

“When we finally got let out of our collective time-out corner, we really wanted to go do stuff,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 27, 2025

After Zverev secured the lead, Fearnley disappeared off court for a medical time-out and he returned looking more at ease.

From BBC • Jan. 17, 2025

So he asked Grandpop for a time-out while he went to check where Ernie was.

From "As Brave As You" by Jason Reynolds