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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