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suspension

The correct spelling is suspension.

How to pronounce suspension

/səˈspɛnʃən/
noun

IPA: /səˈspɛnʃən/

Say it like: Sus-pen-zho-n

The correct spelling is suspension. The act of suspending, or the state of being suspended. For example: "suspension from a hook"

Usage Examples

suspension from a hook

suspension from school as a disciplinary measure

Definition

noun

  1. 1.The act of suspending, or the state of being suspended.
  2. 2.A temporary or conditional delay, interruption or discontinuation.
  3. 3.The state of a solid or substance produced when its particles are mixed with, but not dissolved in, a fluid, and are capable of separation by straining.
  4. 4.The act of keeping a person who is listening in doubt and expectation of what is to follow.
  5. 5.The temporary barring of a person from a workplace, society, etc. pending investigation into alleged misconduct.

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