Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
on-indefinite-hold
phrase
ˈɒn ˌɪnˈdɛfɪnɪt hoʊld

Definition
A status that indicates a situation or process is temporarily paused and will not resume for an unspecified period of time.

Examples
- The project has been placed on indefinite hold due to budget cuts.
- Her application is on indefinite hold while the committee reviews new guidelines.
- Travel plans were put on indefinite hold because of the pandemic.

Meaning
When something is on indefinite hold, it means that it is not progressing or will be delayed indefinitely without a set time to continue or conclude.

Synonyms
- temporarily paused
- indefinitely delayed
- postponed