HOLDING PATTERN Synonyms

There are 8 synonyms of the phrase holding pattern. (exact relations)
There are 7 hypernyms of the phrase holding pattern. (close relations)

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	delay				verb, nounv, n
	noun • time during which some action is awaited • the act of delaying; inactivity resulting in something being put off until a later time verb • cause to be slowed down or delayed • act later than planned, scheduled, or required • stop or halt • slow the growth or development of
	holding				verb, noun, adjectivev, n, adj
	noun • the act of retaining something • something owned; any tangible or intangible possession that is owned by someone
	immobilization				noun, adjectiven, adj
	noun • fixation (as by a plaster cast) of a body part in order to promote proper healing • the act of limiting movement or making incapable of movement
	inactivity				nounn
	noun • the state of being inactive • a disposition to remain inactive or inert • being inactive; being less active
	inertia				nounn
	noun • a disposition to remain inactive or inert • (physics) the tendency of a body to maintain its state of rest or uniform motion unless acted upon by an external force
	standby				verb, noun, adjectivev, n, adj
	noun • something that can be relied on when needed • an actor able to replace a regular performer when required adjective satellite • ready for emergency use
	suspension				nounn
	noun • a mixture in which fine particles are suspended in a fluid where they are supported by buoyancy • a time interval during which there is a temporary cessation of something • temporary cessation or suspension • an interruption in the intensity or amount of something • a mechanical system of springs or shock absorbers connecting the wheels and axles to the chassis of a wheeled vehicle • the act of suspending something (hanging it from above so it moves freely) • a temporary debarment (from a privilege or position etc)
	wait				verb, nounv, n
	noun • time during which some action is awaited • the act of waiting (remaining inactive in one place while expecting something) verb • stay in one place and anticipate or expect something • wait before acting • look forward to the probable occurrence of • serve as a waiter or waitress in a restaurant

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