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adjournment

noun as in discontinuation or delay of a proceeding

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Mr Webb, who has a nine-month-old son, raised the issue in his first adjournment debate as an MP.

From BBC

His lawyers also said the adjournment would provide him more time to pursue state and federal appellate options for a potential adverse ruling.

From Salon

Senate Republicans forced hours of debate on unsuccessful attempts to remove her, slowing the pace of legislation as the May 20 adjournment deadline nears.

They demand that the trial be canceled altogether or at least subject to "a significant adjournment."

From Salon

Trump’s attorneys asked for an adjournment of at least 30 days.

From Salon

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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