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suspension (suh SPEN shuhn) (s) (noun), suspensions (pl)
1. A temporary disruption or stoppage of an activity: There was a suspension of subway service on the weekend due to an electrical problem.
2. A short-termed directive that an individual should no longer participate in an activity: The gang of girls received a week's suspension from school because of their aggressive behavior on the playground.
3. A part of the mechanics of automobiles or other larger motorized vehicles that holds the chassis of the car or truck to the wheels and axles: Mike, the mechanic at the garage, checked the suspension of Ted's damaged convertible and gave him an estimate of the cost for repairs.
4. A fluid, often thick, in which very small particles are present but which do not sink or float: The fruit that Margaret prepared was preserved in a gelatinous suspension.
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suspension
A series of components attached to the wheels of a car to make the ride feel smoother for passengers by reducing the effects of vertical motion as the wheels go over bumps.

The suspension includes tires, springs, and shock absorbers.

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suspension feeders
Invertebrates; such as, corals, clams, or sponges that feed on prey or detritus suspended in the water.
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