Short pause Crossword Clue

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Short pause Crossword Answer

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(noun)
1. an interruption in the intensity or amount of something
2. a natural opening or perforation through a bone or a membranous structure

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

PAUSE (verb)
1. interrupt temporarily an activity before continuing
2. cease an action temporarily
PAUSE (noun)
1. a time interval during which there is a temporary cessation of something
2. temporary inactivity
SHORT (adjective)
1. of insufficient quantity to meet a need
2. marked by rude or peremptory shortness
SHORT (verb)
1. cheat someone by not returning him enough money
2. create a short circuit in
SHORT (adverb)
1. at a disadvantage
2. quickly and without warning
SHORT (noun)
1. the fielding position of the player on a baseball team who is stationed between second and third base
2. accidental contact between two points in an electric circuit that have a potential difference

Hint 3: Other Answers Used in the Past

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