in suspense

Adjective phrase

In a state of uncertainty or anticipation.

ریشه

The word 'in' comes from Old English 'in', meaning 'in, into'. The word 'suspense' comes from Old French 'suspens', meaning 'delay, doubt'.

مثال

• The audience was kept in suspense until the final scene.
• The outcome of the game left everyone in suspense.
• The unresolved mystery left the readers in suspense.