give pause

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Synonyms: gave pause, given pause, gives pause

Antonyms: gave pause, given pause, gives pause

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Verb

1. {{lb|en|idiomatic}} To cause (someone) to [[hesitate]] and [[think]] carefully about something, giving (the person) cause to be unsure or concerned about something.

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