suspend : Idioms & Phrases

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self-suspended

Self`-sus*pend"ed adjective
Definitions
  1. Suspended by one's self or by itself; balanced. Southey.
Webster 1913

suspended animation

  • noun a temporary cessation of vital functions with loss of consciousness resembling death; usually resulting from asphyxia
WordNet

To suspend payment

  • (Com.), to cease paying debts or obligations; to fail; said of a merchant, a bank, etc.
Webster 1913