Definition of Abeyance

a state of temporary disuse or suspension

Examples of Abeyance in a sentence

Immediately following the terrorist attack, pilots had to observe a period of abeyance where they could not depart from the airport.  🔊

Once the famine was over, the food rationing dictated by the government was put in abeyance.  🔊

Until after the murder trial, the inheritance will be placed in abeyance.  🔊

Trading on the stock market has temporarily been put in abeyance while the trade commission investigates financial misdeeds.  🔊

Jane’s cancer has returned after being in abeyance for nearly two years.  🔊

Due to budget cuts, employer contributions to retirement accounts are being put in abeyance.  🔊

Because of Justin’s helpful testimony, the judge agreed to an abeyance of his sentence.  🔊

Near the end of the legislative session, the congressmen put several topics of discussion on abeyance until the next meeting.  🔊

Since the divorcing couple was unable to agree on a financial settlement, the judge placed the case in abeyance until an agreement could be reached.  🔊

The vote is to be held in abeyance until all committee members are present.  🔊

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