as in suspension
a state of temporary inactivity
the lawsuit is in suspense until the court makes a decision concerning a related lawsuit
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Here in the Dark, published by Flatiron Books, is a dark and stylish novel of psychological suspense about a young theater critic drawn into a dangerous game that blurs the lines between reality and performance.
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Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 19 Mar. 2025
Ortega will also star in the suspense thriller Hurry Up Tomorrow, the first feature film from the pop star The Weeknd set for a May 16 theatrical release.
—Etan Vlessing, The Hollywood Reporter, 14 Mar. 2025
There will be no need for suspense, as this offer not only pays $150 in bonus bets independent of game outcome, but does so instantly.
—Raja Krishnamoorthi, Newsweek, 13 Mar. 2025
His responses to unseen phenomena transform everyday domestic spaces into realms of suspense and terror.
—Brian Welk, IndieWire, 12 Mar. 2025
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Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 19 Mar. 2025
Ortega will also star in the suspense thriller Hurry Up Tomorrow, the first feature film from the pop star The Weeknd set for a May 16 theatrical release.
—Etan Vlessing, The Hollywood Reporter, 14 Mar. 2025
There will be no need for suspense, as this offer not only pays $150 in bonus bets independent of game outcome, but does so instantly.
—Raja Krishnamoorthi, Newsweek, 13 Mar. 2025
His responses to unseen phenomena transform everyday domestic spaces into realms of suspense and terror.
—Brian Welk, IndieWire, 12 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for suspense
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“Suspense.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/suspense. Accessed 9 Apr. 2025.
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