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Pause Definition & Meaning

1. Pause: a temporary stop or break in an activity or speech.

Example: "he took a pause before answering the question."

2. Pause: a button or command that temporarily stops audio or video playback.

Example: "i pressed the pause button to take a break from the movie."

3. Pause: a musical notation indicating a brief silence or break in a piece of music.

Example: "the conductor signaled for a pause in the music."

4. Pause: a momentary hesitation or delay in thought or action.

Example: "she had a brief pause before making her decision."

5. Pause: a punctuation mark (,) used to indicate a brief break or pause in a sentence.

Example: "he used a pause in his speech, indicated by a comma, to emphasize his point."

Examples of the word pause used in sentences.

  • Let's pause and reflect on our achievements before setting new goals.
  • I need to pause and take a deep breath before speaking in front of the class.
  • The movie was so intense that we had to pause it several times to catch our breath.
  • The conductor instructed the musicians to pause for a few seconds before starting the next movement.
  • Can you pause the music for a moment so I can make a phone call?
  • The music paused and the audience cheered for an encore.
  • Let's pause the discussion for a moment and clarify our points.
  • I pressed the pause button on my remote control to answer the phone call.
  • The runner decided to take a brief pause before continuing the race.
  • I need to take a quick pause from work to grab a drink.
  • Let's take a pause and evaluate the situation before making any hasty decisions.
  • The teacher asked the students to pause their work and listen to her instructions.
  • After a long and tiring day at work, I like to take a pause and relax before starting any household chores.
  • In the middle of the song, the band took a short pause, allowing the audience to catch their breath.
  • The speaker paused for a moment, collecting his thoughts before continuing with the presentation.
  • After completing each task, take a brief pause to reflect on your progress.
  • The orchestra conductor signaled for a brief pause before the symphony's grand finale.
  • The actor paused for dramatic effect, then delivered his next line with conviction.
  • We should pause and consider the consequences before making this decision.
  • Pausing to catch his breath, the runner took a glance at his stopwatch to check his time.
  • The orchestra conductor signaled for a pause in the music, allowing the audience to appreciate the beautiful harmony.
  • The author used a clever pause in the dialogue to build tension and suspense in the story.
  • During negotiations, there was a pause in the conversation as both parties considered the terms of the agreement.
  • After running the marathon, the athlete took a brief pause to catch his breath and rehydrate.
  • Despite the hectic schedule, the CEO made it a priority to pause and reflect on the company's values and mission.
  • As a seasoned public speaker, he knew when to strategically pause in his speech to let his message sink in for his audience.
  • In the heat of the argument, the couple decided to pause and take a break from the conversation to regain their composure and approach the issue with calm and rationality.
  • After a long and difficult hike, the group took a moment to pause and savor the breathtaking view from the mountaintop.
  • The CEO asked for a pause in the meeting to allow each participant to reflect on their contributions and provide valuable feedback.
  • The pianist emphasized the importance of the pause between each note, as it added nuance and depth to the piece.
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