Temporary period without activity (4)

I believe the answer is:

lull

(Other definitions for lull that I've seen before include "Subside" , "Hiatus or respite" , "Put to sleep - respite" , "Soothe, calm" , "Rock to sleep" .)

I've seen this clue in the Sydney Morning Herald.

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