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moratorium

/mɒrəˈtɔːriəm/ noun · British & US
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What does moratorium mean?

noun

A temporary suspension or postponement of an action or decision, often to allow for further consideration or negotiation. A period of time during which a particular activity or process is suspended or delayed.

Example

"The government imposed a moratorium on new building projects to assess the environmental impact."

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