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Hiatus

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Temporary StopPlay
Hiatus primarily suggests a temporary pause, not a permanent end. SlideThe TV series went on hiatus, but fans are excited for its return.
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Planned BreakPlay
Often, a hiatus is intentional, like a break between seasons of a show. SlideThe podcast will take a hiatus until the new year.
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Expectation of ResumePlay
A hiatus implies an expectation that what paused will eventually continue. SlideShe's on hiatus from work to focus on her health.