suspend
verb (used with object)
to hang by attachment to something above.
is suspending
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present progressiveof suspend (3rd person singular).present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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Taylor Farms, the produce giant linked to last summer’s deadly cyclospora outbreak, is suspending sales of iceberg lettuce from central Mexico during the parasite’s peak season.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 8, 2026
RCR announced Friday that it is suspending the use of Busch’s No. 8 and will run No. 33 in its place.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 22, 2026
As a result of rising fuel costs, Alaska Air said it is suspending full-year guidance, noting that the war in the Middle East makes the second-quarter difficult to predict as well.
From Barron's ● Apr. 20, 2026
An MP says she is suspending face-to-face meetings with constituents following three security incidents in the last three weeks.
From BBC ● Mar. 29, 2026
Air Canada AC -4.30%decrease; red down pointing triangle is suspending service to Cuba due to a shortage of aviation fuel on the island.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 9, 2026
