pause

/pˈɔːz/

/ˈpɔz/

Pause

a time interval during which there is a temporary cessation of something

synonyms : break

temporary inactivity

the action of temporarily stopping the playback of a media file, allowing users to resume from where they left off

to pause

MAIN VERB

to briefly stop a process before carrying on

synonyms : hesitate

cease an action temporarily

synonyms : break

Examples

1. The play was paused for a moment due to technical issues.

2. He pressed the button on the remote control to pause the movie.

3. He paused, took a step back, and remembered to be swift to hear and slow to speak.

4. She paused and considered for a moment.