pause

(noun) a time interval during which there is a temporary cessation of something. Synonyms: intermission, break, interruption, suspension.

(noun) temporary inactivity.

(verb) interrupt temporarily an activity before continuing. Synonyms: hesitate. Examples: "The speaker paused."

(verb) cease an action temporarily. Synonyms: intermit, break. Examples: "We pause for station identification." "Let's break for lunch."