1. An extended period of silence or interruption in speech, action, or activity that lasts longer than a brief moment
There was a prolonged pause before the speaker continued with her presentation.
Houve uma pausa prolongada antes de a palestrante continuar com sua apresentação.
2. A deliberate break taken in conversation or performance for emphasis or effect
The actor used a prolonged pause to build tension in the scene.
O ator usou uma pausa prolongada para construir tensão na cena.