cessation
noun
ces·sa·tion
se-ˈsā-shən 
: a temporary or final ceasing (as of action) : stop
mutually agreed to a cessation of fighting
Examples of cessation in a Sentence
Relapses after cessation of treatment are common.
the cessation of the snowstorm was a relief
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Other terms in the initial truce included a temporary cessation of fighting, a partial withdrawal of the Israeli military, and humanitarian aid provisions.
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David Zimmermann, The Washington Examiner, 6 Dec. 2025
Abrupt cessation of antidepressants is not recommended, but research has found that withdrawal symptoms can occur even when people attempt to taper.
—David Cox, NBC news, 30 Nov. 2025
In a move that marks the closing chapter of his historic tenure, the 95-year-old Oracle of Omaha released a letter to Berkshire Hathaway shareholders earlier this month that outlines his departure as CEO and the cessation of his legendary annual reports.
—Dave Smith, Fortune, 27 Nov. 2025
But making the cessation of treatment official with Steiner was far less emotional to Eliot than any number of other moments during the long and agonizing journey to this bleak juncture.
—Literary Hub, 25 Nov. 2025
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David Zimmermann, The Washington Examiner, 6 Dec. 2025
Abrupt cessation of antidepressants is not recommended, but research has found that withdrawal symptoms can occur even when people attempt to taper.
—David Cox, NBC news, 30 Nov. 2025
In a move that marks the closing chapter of his historic tenure, the 95-year-old Oracle of Omaha released a letter to Berkshire Hathaway shareholders earlier this month that outlines his departure as CEO and the cessation of his legendary annual reports.
—Dave Smith, Fortune, 27 Nov. 2025
But making the cessation of treatment official with Steiner was far less emotional to Eliot than any number of other moments during the long and agonizing journey to this bleak juncture.
—Literary Hub, 25 Nov. 2025
See All Example Sentences for cessation
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“Cessation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cessation. Accessed 7 Dec. 2025.
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cessation
noun
ces·sa·tion
se-ˈsā-shən
: a stopping of action
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