Simple definition
Temporary stopping of access, performance, or obligations without fully ending the agreement.
Performance
What Does Suspension Mean?
Temporary stopping of access, performance, or obligations without fully ending the agreement.
Example in a contract
A contract may use “suspension” when describing temporary stopping of access, performance, or obligations without fully ending the agreement.
What suspension means in a contract
This concept appears in clauses defining what each party must do, when performance is due, and what happens if performance is delayed or prevented.
Why it may matter
It can affect delivery expectations, standards of effort, excuses for delay, and remedies for non-performance. Review the exact language rather than relying on the label alone.
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FAQ
Questions about suspension.
What does suspension mean in plain English?+
Temporary stopping of access, performance, or obligations without fully ending the agreement.
Where might suspension appear in a contract?+
This concept appears in clauses defining what each party must do, when performance is due, and what happens if performance is delayed or prevented.
Is this definition legal advice?+
No. ClauseInsight provides concise informational explanations. The legal effect of a term depends on the complete document, facts, and applicable law.