Suspension (noun)

1. The act of temporarily stopping or delaying a process, activity, or function.
2. A temporary interruption of a particular service or system.
3. The state of being suspended, especially the temporary removal of a person from a position or office.

Origin:

Late middle english: from old french, from latin suspensio(n-), from the verb suspendere (see suspend).

Examples:

1. The suspension of classes was announced due to the threat of a hurricane.
2. The suspension of the train service caused inconvenience for many commuters.
3. The suspension of the player was a result of his altercation with the referee during the game.
4. The suspension of the research project was a temporary setback, but the team was determined to find a solution and continue their work.
5. The suspension of the contract was a necessary measure to allow both parties to renegotiate the terms.