suspension
sus-pen-sion
noun
A temporary removal from a position, privilege, or activity as punishment.
"She faced suspension from her job."
noun
The state of being hung from above, or held aloft in a fluid.
"Dust particles remained in suspension."
noun
The system of springs and shock absorbers supporting a vehicle's body.
"The car's suspension absorbed the bumps."
Thesaurus
Synonyms: hanging, dangling, pause, break, intermission, interruption, reprieve, respite, abatement, hiatus, temporary removal, abeyance