1
as in stops
to come to an end
the rain finally ceased, and we were able to continue the baseball game
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2
as in halts
to bring (as an action or operation) to an immediate end
cease chattering and get down to work, please
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as in cessations
the stopping of a process or activity
worked without cease for the betterment of humanity
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Recent Examples of ceases
Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 16 May 2026
The imposing tower never ceases to amaze local resident Ogden Driskill, whose family has ranched on the land at its base for generations.
—Marnie Hunter, CNN Money, 14 May 2026
Made from a shape memory polymer (SMP) of polylactic acid (the same PLA plastic used in many 3D printers), the arms soften during application of voltage, and become inflexible once electrical heating ceases.
—New Atlas, 13 May 2026
However, the Vaile Victorian Society, the volunteer group that maintains the house and runs tours, worries that once the house ceases to become a public property, the careful preservation work, which the aged property relies on, will be impossible to maintain.
—Kansas City Star, 8 May 2026
More often than not, the request gets the big kids’ attention, and chaos ceases (pauses) as the three of them roll around singing while Marc and I stand in the doorway kvelling.
—Risa Polansky Shiman, Sun Sentinel, 6 May 2026
The Director of the Atlantic City International Airport tells CBS News the airline makes up about 85% of its business, and if the airline ceases operations, hundreds of jobs would be impacted.
—Ryan Hughes, CBS News, 2 May 2026
The White House has reached out to other airlines to discuss how to accommodate passengers with Spirit tickets who could be stranded if the airline ceases operations.
—David Shepardson, USA Today, 1 May 2026
According to Lewkowitz, if a grower abuses the soil, the system ceases to be viable, leaving zero likelihood of success from a sustainability standpoint.
—Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 27 Apr. 2026
Verb
The archaeologists and researchers of the Israel Antiquities Authority are constantly at work because this city never ceases to surprise.
—Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 16 May 2026
The imposing tower never ceases to amaze local resident Ogden Driskill, whose family has ranched on the land at its base for generations.
—Marnie Hunter, CNN Money, 14 May 2026
Made from a shape memory polymer (SMP) of polylactic acid (the same PLA plastic used in many 3D printers), the arms soften during application of voltage, and become inflexible once electrical heating ceases.
—New Atlas, 13 May 2026
However, the Vaile Victorian Society, the volunteer group that maintains the house and runs tours, worries that once the house ceases to become a public property, the careful preservation work, which the aged property relies on, will be impossible to maintain.
—Kansas City Star, 8 May 2026
More often than not, the request gets the big kids’ attention, and chaos ceases (pauses) as the three of them roll around singing while Marc and I stand in the doorway kvelling.
—Risa Polansky Shiman, Sun Sentinel, 6 May 2026
The Director of the Atlantic City International Airport tells CBS News the airline makes up about 85% of its business, and if the airline ceases operations, hundreds of jobs would be impacted.
—Ryan Hughes, CBS News, 2 May 2026
The White House has reached out to other airlines to discuss how to accommodate passengers with Spirit tickets who could be stranded if the airline ceases operations.
—David Shepardson, USA Today, 1 May 2026
According to Lewkowitz, if a grower abuses the soil, the system ceases to be viable, leaving zero likelihood of success from a sustainability standpoint.
—Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 27 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ceases
Verb
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This court order temporarily stops most collection activities, including lawsuits, wage garnishments, bank levies and collection calls.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
18 May 2026
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The team stops functioning as a unit and starts behaving as a collection of individuals.—
Rick Burton,
Sportico.com,
18 May 2026
Verb
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As the federal government halts plans to address climate change, states, cities, regions, and even neighborhoods are trying to fill the gap by cutting climate pollution and adapting to extreme weather.—
Ellis Juhlin,
NPR,
18 May 2026
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But Ho's order now halts that effective date.—
Melissa Quinn,
CBS News,
1 May 2026
Noun
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Temporary cessations of hostility, but no permanent closing of the moral and social divide between debtor and creditor, and no giving up on the thought that some lives matter more than others.—
Henry Freedland,
Harpers Magazine,
24 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The festival ends Saturday with the presentation of the Palme d’Or and the rest of the awards.—
Baz Bamigboye,
Deadline,
22 May 2026
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Using Kérastase’s Gloss Absolu Glaze Drops, the artist gave her wavy ends a glass-like finish.—
Kaleigh Werner,
Footwear News,
22 May 2026
Verb
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King and Kudrow’s own feelings about AI writing are beautifully summarized by real-life TV director Jimmy Burrows, who plays himself in the series, when his character quits after shooting the pilot episode.—
Chris O'Falt,
IndieWire,
19 May 2026
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The two welcomed their daughter Scottie in December before calling it quits by May.—
Lauryn Overhultz,
FOXNews.com,
18 May 2026
Noun
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This Emmys season is more focused on endings than beginnings.—
Marcus Jones,
IndieWire,
20 May 2026
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Otherwise, many of the endings here are frustratingly predictable.—
Ben Rosenstock,
Vulture,
20 May 2026
Verb
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He’s expected to re-sign with the Hawks this offseason as his entry-level contract expires.—
Kalen Lumpkins,
Chicago Tribune,
23 May 2026
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Alexia Putellas has won more trophies for Barcelona than any other player in club history, male or female, and her contract expires this summer.—
Tamerra Griffin,
New York Times,
21 May 2026
Noun
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If the southwest Oklahoma City high school closes, its 100 students will have to return to their home districts or find another educational option for the next academic year.—
Nuria Martinez-Keel,
Oklahoma Voice,
12 May 2026
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In addition, if Paramount Skydance’s megadeal to buy WBD closes, Zaslav is poised to walk away with a payout of more than half a billion dollars.—
Todd Spangler,
Variety,
30 Apr. 2026
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“Ceases.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ceases. Accessed 24 May. 2026.
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