Moratorium Definition & Meaning

moratorium
noun
  1. a legally authorized postponement before some obligation must be discharged
  2. suspension of an ongoing activity

"Moratorium" in song lyrics

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  • "tuolumne county septic system moratorium"
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  • "death penalty moratorium"
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  • "disney movies in moratorium"
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Usage tips for "moratorium"

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