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
AFAR Media, 1 Oct. 2025
But her story importantly shows us today that when a certain population is being targeted by a state government, few officials parse out the particulars of one’s immigration status—and whether a person is stateless or not ultimately ceases to matter as the crackdowns escalate.
—Time, 30 Sep. 2025
Without any of the three, money once again ceases to circulate.
—John Tamny, Forbes.com, 14 Sep. 2025
Some of the details may subtly shift between each retelling, but the story always remains the same and never ceases to grab attention.
—Maureen Lee Lenker, Entertainment Weekly, 10 Sep. 2025
As compared to solar power, which ceases production at night, or wind power, which is dependent on weather conditions, the sea is in constant motion.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 1 Sep. 2025
But those will soon be gone, too, as the drugstore chain ceases to exist nationwide.
—Angela Palermo, Idaho Statesman, 23 Aug. 2025
If that flow of oxygen ceases for even a short time, the eye's retina will permanently cease to function.
—New Atlas, 18 Aug. 2025
The show achieves that alchemy, finally, when the plot ceases and everyone comes out for the double encore, continuing to carry on through those ’70s hits in those ’70s jumpsuits, just because the audience is happy to stand up and keep cheering and singing along.
—Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 15 Aug. 2025
Verb
If an airport ceases service for more than six hours, you may be reimbursed for non-refundable expenses like flights, hotels, prepaid tours, and change fees.
—AFAR Media, 1 Oct. 2025
But her story importantly shows us today that when a certain population is being targeted by a state government, few officials parse out the particulars of one’s immigration status—and whether a person is stateless or not ultimately ceases to matter as the crackdowns escalate.
—Time, 30 Sep. 2025
Without any of the three, money once again ceases to circulate.
—John Tamny, Forbes.com, 14 Sep. 2025
Some of the details may subtly shift between each retelling, but the story always remains the same and never ceases to grab attention.
—Maureen Lee Lenker, Entertainment Weekly, 10 Sep. 2025
As compared to solar power, which ceases production at night, or wind power, which is dependent on weather conditions, the sea is in constant motion.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 1 Sep. 2025
But those will soon be gone, too, as the drugstore chain ceases to exist nationwide.
—Angela Palermo, Idaho Statesman, 23 Aug. 2025
If that flow of oxygen ceases for even a short time, the eye's retina will permanently cease to function.
—New Atlas, 18 Aug. 2025
The show achieves that alchemy, finally, when the plot ceases and everyone comes out for the double encore, continuing to carry on through those ’70s hits in those ’70s jumpsuits, just because the audience is happy to stand up and keep cheering and singing along.
—Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 15 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ceases
Verb
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That’s also why the artist chose not to include any United States stops on his Debí Tirar Más Fotos World Tour over concerns about potential ICE raids at his concerts.—
Carly Thomas,
HollywoodReporter,
9 Oct. 2025
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After getting blown up by a double-team block on a passing play, Ray bounced back and made a pair of run stops around the line of scrimmage over the span of just four plays.—
Mike Kaye
October 9,
Charlotte Observer,
9 Oct. 2025
Verb
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For one day only, vehicle traffic halts on the 3,031-foot-long bridge and pedestrians stream across.—
Taryn Shorr-Mckee,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Oct. 2025
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The best-cooling cases often reach that mark by spinning up their fans to annoyingly noisy levels, but the MasterFrame 600 halts that trend by having the third-quietest (or fourth-noisiest) sound pressure level of our test lot.—
Thomas Soderstrom,
PC Magazine,
4 Oct. 2025
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The crucial monthly jobs report from the Bureau of Labor Statistics was not published Friday and is among the data that will be delayed at least until the government shutdown ends.—
John Towfighi,
CNN Money,
3 Oct. 2025
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The deal ends a legal dispute that began last year when Attorney General Dave Yost sued the school to block the potential sale of books and rare manuscripts from HUC's Klau Library.—
Dan Horn,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
3 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Dogs may not get endless playtime, but one determined Cavapoo wasn’t ready to call it quits when his toys were put away.—
Lucy Notarantonio,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Oct. 2025
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In the final moments of the episode, Mia quits, leaving many questions about her journey in the remainder of the season.—
Katie Campione,
Deadline,
1 Oct. 2025
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Season 27, episode 2 of the crime procedural featured distinct endings on NBC and on Peacock, and neither platform featured the footage that was broadcast on the other in the show's closing moments.—
Wesley Stenzel,
Entertainment Weekly,
4 Oct. 2025
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Week 4 of the NFL season saw a number of endings, two of which were season ending.—
Ryan Morik,
FOXNews.com,
2 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The temporary restraining order expires in 14 days, but the state plans to request an extension, Rayfield said.—
Karina Tsui,
CNN Money,
5 Oct. 2025
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The Dallas Stars are considering a move outside city limits when their lease at American Airlines Center expires in 2031.—
Rob Rossi,
New York Times,
4 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Digging deeper, Visa stock is trading within striking distance of its 12-month moving average, after spending at least 80% of the last 20 monthly closes above this trendline.—
Schaeffer's Investment Research,
Forbes.com,
18 Sep. 2025
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On the contrary, a state with a latent nuclear program presents a ripe target for adversaries and counterproliferators seeking to prevent weaponization who may be tempted to act swiftly before the window to do so closes and the state can plausibly threaten nuclear retaliation.—
VIPIN NARANG,
Foreign Affairs,
5 Sep. 2025
Verb
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This lease is intended to give the company the opportunity to establish a strong presence in the market, and the goal is to secure a permanent location once the residency concludes.—
Lisa Lockwood,
Footwear News,
6 Oct. 2025
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The career-spanning anthology includes the first-ever reissue of their 1973 debut single and concludes with a live recording the final song Lee, Lifeson and Peart played together during the 2015 R40 Tour closer at The Forum.—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
6 Oct. 2025
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“Ceases.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ceases. Accessed 10 Oct. 2025.
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