pause
noun
a temporary stop or rest, especially in speech or action.
was pausing
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past progressiveof pause.past progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or continuous state that was happening at a specific time in the past.
Example Sentences
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But on Friday evening, after multiple requests for comment from the Tribune about its findings, Abbott’s office said the governor was pausing all state funding for local grants to be used for Flock cameras.
From Salon ● Sep. 6, 2026
OpenAI said Friday it was pausing some activity on an in-development model while it strengthens internal safeguards.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 9, 2026
It was announced on Wednesday that new Prime Minister Andy Burnham was pausing an upcoming scheme that would have seen thousands of prisoners in England and Wales eligible to be released from prison early.
From BBC ● Jul. 24, 2026
The hearing came amid news that ICE was pausing warehouse purchases and reexamining contracts signed under former DHS Secretary Kristi Noem.
From Slate ● Apr. 27, 2026
Snape was pausing at the end of every sentence to allow the Slytherins a hearty laugh.
From "Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire" by J. K. Rowling
