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Part of Speech: Verb

Sense 1:

Definition: To suspend a meeting or session temporarily

Synonyms: suspend, recess, postpone, defer

Related Products: Suspend, Recess, Postpone, Defer

Example Sentences:

1. The chairperson decided to adjourn the meeting until the following week.
2. After a long discussion, they decided to suspend the meeting for further research.
3. The delegates agreed to recess and resume the session after a short break.
4. Due to the unexpected event, they had to postpone the meeting to a later date.
5. The committee voted to defer the decision to allow for more information.

Sense 2:

Definition: To close or end a legal case or proceeding

Synonyms: conclude, terminate, wrap up

Related Products: Conclude, Terminate, Wrap up

Example Sentences:

1. The judge decided to adjourn the trial until the next day.
2. After hearing all the evidence, the court was ready to conclude the proceedings.
3. The attorney requested to terminate the case due to lack of evidence.
4. The legal team worked diligently to wrap up the trial before the deadline.