Hiatus

A hiatus refers to a temporary pause or break in a process, activity, or sequence. It can occur in various contexts, such as in literature, where a hiatus may signify an interruption in a narrative or timeline; in academia, where it denotes a period of absence in studies or research; or in entertainment, indicating a break in the production of a television series, film, or performance. The term is derived from the Latin word “hiatus,” which means “gap” or “opening.” In general, a hiatus represents a cessation of activity, allowing for a period of rest, reflection, or transition before resuming the original activity or moving on to a new phase.