Meaning of the word indefinitely in English

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indefinitely

US /ɪnˈdef.ən.ət.li/
UK /ɪnˈdef.ən.ət.li/
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Adverb

1.

for an unlimited or unspecified period of time

Example:
The project has been postponed indefinitely.
The store will be closed indefinitely due to renovations.
2.

in an indefinite manner; vaguely or unclearly

Example:
He spoke indefinitely about his plans, avoiding specifics.
The instructions were written so indefinitely that no one understood them.
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