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