moratorium
noun
a suspension of activity.
moratoria
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pluralof moratorium.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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Perhaps more concerning for the industry, though, a spread of moratoria could add a constraint to an already scarce market for data-center sites that have adequate access to power, water and other resources.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 21, 2026
As a wave of data center opposition sweeps the country, numerous towns and counties across the U.S. have instituted temporary moratoria and other restrictions on the facilities.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 2, 2026
These could include eviction moratoria, limiting late fees on rent payments, increasing access to emergency rental assistance, and freezing rent increases.
From Science Daily ● Dec. 14, 2023
In the past, arguments about the risk of executing the innocent and breakdowns in the death penalty system have led other states to impose moratoria on executions.
From Slate ● Oct. 12, 2023
Thirdly: The most botched subject can secure from his prince letters of respite or moratoria; but who shall give them to the prince, unless he does it to himself?
From The Invisible Lodge by Jean Paul
