Pause
/pɔːz/
Definitions
- (n.) A temporary stop or rest in an activity or speech.
There was a brief pause before she continued speaking.
- (v.) To temporarily stop or suspend an action or process.
The judge paused the proceedings to review new evidence.
Forms
- pauses
- paused
- pausing
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Commentary
In legal drafting, 'pause' often implies a non-final halt, distinct from terms like 'adjournment' which denote formal breaks.
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