Rest and Suspense

Rest

Rest noun - Freedom from activity or labor.

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Suspense and rest are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Suspense" instead a noun "Rest".

Nearby Words: restless, rested, restive, resting, restful

Suspense noun - A state of temporary inactivity.

Usage example: the lawsuit is in suspense until the court makes a decision concerning a related lawsuit

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Rest and suspense are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Rest" instead a noun "Suspense".

Nearby Words: suspend, suspension, suspensive

good	good rest	good suspense
better	better rest	better suspense
present	present rest	present suspense
original	original rest	original suspense
Other adjectives: many, true, actual, real, little.

The first game opens with a lot more suspense and you don't fight your first enemy until you're about 80% through the mission, the rest is just building atmosphere.

Source: Actionized Sequel
They then leave him to stew in terror and suspense for the rest of the school day.

Source: Amazingly Embarrassing Parents
However, the rest of the PSA is lighthearted, ruining the suspense.

Source: Nightmare Fuel / Public Service Announcement

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