suspension points

plural noun

, Printing.

1. a series of periods used as an ellipsis.

Word History and Origins

Origin of suspension points¹

First recorded in 1915–20

Example Sentences

He received four suspension points, which equates to four limited-overs fixtures that he was likely to have been selected for.

From BBC

If Anderson is found guilty and receives the maximum punishment, he would miss the final two Tests and the first four of five one-day internationals against India under a suspension points system.

From BBC

Two suspension points equate to a ban of one Test.

From BBC

Any player found guilty of a level three breach receives between four and eight suspension points, with two suspension points leading to a one-Test ban.

From The Guardian

All Level 3 breaches carry a penalty of between four and eight suspension points.

From BBC