hiatus
/haɪ ˈeɪ təs/
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Definition(s):
- (n) an interruption in the intensity or amount of something
- (n) a missing piece (as a gap in a manuscript)
- (n) a natural opening or perforation through a bone or a membranous structure
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Usage(s):
- The industrial tour was a welcome hiatus from the rigors of campus life and the students showed eagerness.
Quotes
- "There's a couple of things we're going to do differently," Huckabee told supporters. "I say we ought to put a hiatus on people who come in here . . . if they come from countries that sponsor and harbor terrorists. . . . Every one of the 19...on Jan 16, 2008 By: Mike Huckabee Source: Denver Post
- "There is also a sense of urgency about moving forward and a sense that we can't afford to have another hiatus," Rice said of her talks with Pak and the foreign ministers of the other four nations - China, Japan, Russia and South Korea -...on Jul 23, 2008 By: Condoleezza Rice Source: ABC News
- "I think it's an interesting time, obviously," Ogilvy said. "Number one in the world might be up for realistic grabs this year, depending on how (Woods' hiatus) all takes shape. I think I am definitely one of those guys who could, I think...on Jan 5, 2010 By: Geoff Ogilvy Source: Maui News
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languish
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/ˈlæŋɡ wɪʃ /