A full stop gives the reader a moment to pause and reflect.
An unexpected squawk interrupted our conversation, causing us to pause.
As he spoke, he often needed to pause for emphasis on key points.
Sometimes, it's better to pause and watch your mouth before replying.
You need to pause at the corner before crossing the road.
After the umpteenth suggestion, they decided to pause for lunch.
Praying offers people a moment to pause and contemplate their values.
La prière offre aux gens un moment pour s'arrêter et réfléchir à leurs valeurs.
An unexpected ache in his calf caused him to pause while walking.
Une douleur inattendue au mollet l'a fait s'arrêter en marchant.
The charlie horse caused him to pause and rub his sore muscle.
La crampe l'a obligé à s'arrêter pour masser son muscle endolori.
In the debate, each candidate had to pause to listen to their opponent.
Lors du débat, chaque candidat devait s'interrompre pour écouter son adversaire.
She had to pause her studies to care for her ill parent.
Elle a dû interrompre ses études pour s'occuper de son parent malade.
After the long bend, he needed to pause and rest.
He began to speak but decided to pause and think it through.