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How to pronounce “moratorium

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Practice the English pronunciation of moratorium with real speech in context.
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Real speech example
An Economy Powered by Sun and Wind — It’s Almost HereThree years ago, the government adopted a moratorium
Definition summary
(law) An authorization to a debtor, permitting temporary suspension of payments. [from 19th c.]

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How to pronounce moratorium

An Economy Powered by Sun and Wind — It’s Almost Here

Three years ago, the government adopted a moratorium

Example Sentences

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Meaning

  • [Noun]
  • (law) An authorization to a debtor, permitting temporary suspension of payments. [from 19th c.]
  • A suspension of an ongoing activity. [from 20th c.]

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