discontinuation

noun

Definition of discontinuationnext
as in cessation
the stopping of a process or activity discontinuation of treatment would almost certainly result in a reappearance of the cancer

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Recent Examples of discontinuation Where the buyer and target were developing drugs to treat the same condition, the early-stage benefits disappeared while discontinuations increased further, per the study. — Elsa Ohlen, CNBC, 6 Aug. 2026 Semaglutide’s label instructs discontinuation at least two months before a planned pregnancy. — Jesse Pines, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026 The two schools have combined to win 22 national championships and produce 15 Heisman Trophy winners, and the discontinuation prompted consternation on both sides. — ABC News, 3 Aug. 2026 This was primarily put down to synergies of €120M, including the impact of Showmax’s discontinuation. — Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 28 July 2026 The launch of Apple Upgrade is also the discontinuation of the iPhone Upgrade Program and iPhone Payments in the United States, according to an Apple news release. — Greta Cross, USA Today, 28 July 2026 Almost immediately after the program’s discontinuation was announced, Chuck Elliott received a call from Bill Newlands. — Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 23 July 2026 Antipsychotic discontinuation in schizophrenia carries a steep relapse risk. — Sunny Patel, STAT, 17 July 2026 The most common side effects were diarrhea and dizziness, while serious side effects and treatment discontinuations occurred at rates similar to those in the placebo group. — Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 16 July 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for discontinuation
  1. cessation
  2. ending
  3. halt
  4. end
  5. conclusion
Noun
  • Those commitments should be included in a framework agreement, signed by all sides, which outlines the core elements of an eventual peace and enables a cessation of hostilities.
    — Matt Waldman, Foreign Affairs, 13 Aug. 2026
  • Texas law defines brain death as the irreversible cessation of brain function.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of cessation
Noun
  • And while the film's ending ultimately requires some logic-bending buy-in, the journey to get there is equal parts thrilling, fun, emotional, and ferocious.
    — Megan McCluskey, Time, 14 Aug. 2026
  • Don't Let Resentment Outlive the Lesson Major Howell’s story has an unexpected ending, because his most potent insight came long after the working relationship had ended.
    — Mark Nevins, Forbes.com, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of ending
Noun
  • The abrupt termination of the main channels of connections and contact left the Chinese–North Korean relationship in a shambles as trade ground to a halt and economic ties were mostly cut off.
    — ZHENG JIYONG, Foreign Affairs, 10 Aug. 2026
  • The decision also puts 1,500 union workers on hiatus, as much of the construction grounds to a halt, Bally’s said.
    — Robert Channick, Chicago Tribune, 9 Aug. 2026
Definition of halt
Noun
  • In a game that could’ve gone either way towards the end, the Indiana Fever pulled away with a 95-91 win against the Dream in overtime on Sunday.
    — Micahya Costen, AJC.com, 17 Aug. 2026
  • Then, accessorize with a simple black thong sandal and woven handbag—two end-of-summer staples not to stow away just yet.
    — Laura Jackson, Vogue, 17 Aug. 2026
Definition of end
Noun
  • The designation represents a disappointing conclusion to what had been an opportunity for Allard to work his way back toward the majors.
    — Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2026
  • Endgame was the grand conclusion of Marvel’s initial saga, featuring Spider-Man alongside every other popular character in the company’s wheelhouse.
    — David Sims, The Atlantic, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of conclusion

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“Discontinuation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/discontinuation. Accessed 18 Aug. 2026.

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