paused

[pɔzd]

paused Definition

• 1. temporarily stop an action or movement
• 2. hesitate before saying or doing something

Using paused: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "paused" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  She paused for a moment before answering the question.

• Example

  The video automatically pauses when you switch to another tab.

• Example

  He paused the movie to go to the bathroom.

• Example

  I paused to catch my breath before continuing up the hill.

paused Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for paused

• halt
• stop
• cease
• delay
• wait

Antonyms for paused

• continue
• proceed

Phrases with paused

• pause button

  a button on a device that stops or temporarily suspends a process or activity

  Example

  Press the pause button if you need to take a break.

• take a pause

  to stop what one is doing for a moment to rest or reflect

  Example

  Let's take a pause and think about our next steps.

• awkward pause

  a moment of silence in a conversation that feels uncomfortable or embarrassing

  Example

  There was an awkward pause after he told the joke, and no one laughed.

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Summary: paused in Brief

To 'pause' [pɔzd] means to temporarily stop an action or movement, or to hesitate before saying or doing something. It can be used in various contexts, such as pausing a video or taking a break during an activity. Phrases like 'pause button' and 'take a pause' are commonly used, while 'awkward pause' refers to an uncomfortable silence in a conversation.