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Prorogue (Verb)

Adjourn by royal prerogative; without dissolving the legislative body.

Verbs of political and social activities and events.

The prime minister advised the governor general to prorogue parliament and reconvene in a few months.
In response to the protests, the monarch decided to prorogue the legislative assembly to prevent further debate.
The government hoped that by proroguing the session, they could regain control of the narrative and push through their legislation.
The premier's decision to prorogue the legislative body was seen as an attempt to avoid accountability for the scandal.
In a surprise move, the head of state chose to prorogue the parliament, catching opposition leaders off guard.

Hold back to a later time; "let's postpone the exam".

Verbs of being, having, spatial relations.

The city council voted to prorogue the plan for a new stadium until next year's budget is finalized.
Due to unforeseen circumstances, we will have to prorogue the launch of our new product to give ourselves more time.
After careful consideration, the board decided to prorogue the decision on the merger until more information is available.
The severe weather conditions forced us to prorogue the music festival to a later date for safety reasons.
In light of the recent developments, we have no choice but to prorogue the implementation of the new policy to a later date.