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"sine die" (Latin)

What does the Latin term sine die mean?

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The Latin term "sine die" translates to "without a day" in English. It is commonly used to indicate that something has been adjourned or postponed indefinitely, without specifying a future date or time for it to resume. Essentially, "sine die" implies an open-ended or indefinite suspension.

Examples in Sentences

Here are three example sentences that illustrate the usage of "sine die":
  • The trial has been adjourned sine die due to the unavailability of key witnesses.
  • The conference organizers decided to postpone the event sine die due to unforeseen circumstances.
  • The construction project has been put on hold sine die until the necessary permits are obtained.
In these examples, the Latin term "sine die" conveys the indefinite nature of the adjournment or postponement, emphasizing that there is no specific date set for resuming the trial, conference, or construction project.
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