screeching/crashing halt
Definition of screeching/crashing halt
: a sudden and complete end The project came to a screeching/crashing halt.
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: having a manner of walking that is impaired by a limp : lame
: to walk or proceed lamely : limp
: to be in a state of uncertainty or doubt between alternate courses or choices : waver
: to display weakness or imperfection : falter
: stop
: to cease marching or journeying
: discontinue, terminate
: to bring to a stop
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