Meaning of in abeyance | Babel Free

Definitions

On hold; at a moment of inactivity.

Examples

“His defences were all in his wits and cunning, his very instincts of cunning, and when these were in abeyance he seemed doubly naked and like a child, of unfinished, tender flesh, and somehow struggling helplessly.”

“Then I hereby declare this treaty in abeyance.”

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