Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
put-something-on-hold
phrase
/pʊt ˈsʌmθɪŋ ɒn hoʊld/
Definition
To temporarily stop or pause something, particularly a process or an action, until a later time.
Examples
- The bank decided to put her loan application on hold until they received more documentation.
- We have to put the project on hold due to budget constraints.
- He put his plans for a vacation on hold while he focused on his studies.
Meaning
To delay or suspend an action for an unspecified period.
Synonyms
- pause
- suspend
- delay
- postpone
- shelve
