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as in stalling
to bring (something) to a standstill
traffic was halted by the parade
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as in ceasing
to bring (as an action or operation) to an immediate end
the private eye abruptly halted his surveillance of the building upon being spotted by his subject
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as in ending
to come to an end
all filming halted when the star of the movie quit in a huff
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as in limping
to walk while favoring one leg
even with her twisted ankle, she managed to halt along and complete her Walk for Peace
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as in hesitating
to show uncertainty about the right course of action
she was often confused, halting between the responsibilities of her job and the demands of her home life
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Recent Examples of halting
Alicia Park, Forbes.com, 14 May 2026
The Kospi has had 8 single-day gains of 5% this year, also had a one-day drop of 12% in March during the Iranian war, and triggered market-halting circuit breakers multiple times this year.
—Todd Gordon, CNBC, 12 May 2026
Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 5 Feb. 2026
Haiti is one of 19 countries the administration targeted in a new sweeping immigration directive that is leading to the halting of all immigration benefits, including maturation ceremonies and status adjustments for those already here.
—Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 3 Dec. 2025
Katie Foley, CNBC, 2 June 2026
The recovery process has also been halting.
—Mac Cerullo, Boston Herald, 30 May 2026
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Adjective
Boeing has been caught in the crossfire repeatedly, with China halting deliveries of its planes during last year's tariff fight before resuming them as part of the truce.
—Alicia Park, Forbes.com, 14 May 2026
The Kospi has had 8 single-day gains of 5% this year, also had a one-day drop of 12% in March during the Iranian war, and triggered market-halting circuit breakers multiple times this year.
—Todd Gordon, CNBC, 12 May 2026
Noun
The intensification in activity resulted in the halting of import and export activities at Bangladesh’s largest port, and held container vessels surrounding the gateway at a standstill.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 5 Feb. 2026
Haiti is one of 19 countries the administration targeted in a new sweeping immigration directive that is leading to the halting of all immigration benefits, including maturation ceremonies and status adjustments for those already here.
—Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 3 Dec. 2025
Verb
Oil jumped more than 4 percent on the news, after Iranian state news outlet Tasnim reported that Tehran was halting negotiations and clamping down on the Hormuz Strait.
—Katie Foley, CNBC, 2 June 2026
The recovery process has also been halting.
—Mac Cerullo, Boston Herald, 30 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for halting
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But now, as the public understands the consequences of a faltering democracy, more people are talking about it, Drutman said.—
Mary Ellen Klas,
Boston Herald,
1 June 2026
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The thing is, this presumption appears to be faltering.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
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The trailer maintains 17 inches (43 cm) of ground clearance with help from its 3,500-lb dual-torsion-axle suspension and includes electromagnetic drum brakes for improved stopping power.—
C.C. Weiss
May 22,
New Atlas,
22 May 2026
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Sanchez has not been immune to errors, but his shot-stopping has been key to Chelsea and Liam Rosenior’s exit relieves some of the questions about his ability on the ball.—
Cerys Jones,
New York Times,
21 May 2026
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Some advocates and politicians say Sampson’s debate style is obstructive, a stalling tactic that prevents important bills from being passed.—
Ginny Monk,
Hartford Courant,
1 June 2026
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Kompany’s full-back options must also be expanded, with Alphonso Davies struggling for form in 2025-26, Konrad Laimer stalling over a contract extension, and Hiroki Ito’s future at the club uncertain.—
Chris Weatherspoon,
New York Times,
29 May 2026
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While this weekend was about celebration, the recent announcement that another USL SL club, the Spokane Zephyr, is ceasing operations after just two seasons, put the overall plans for the league’s growth in question.—
Tamerra Griffin,
New York Times,
2 June 2026
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Determined to focus on peace The ceasefire is looking a little more firing and a little less ceasing this morning.—
Eleanor Pringle,
Fortune,
28 May 2026
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Hong Kong/Hangzhou — Stephen Curry announced a partnership for his signature brand with Li-Ning on Monday, ending his sneaker free agency in a major win for the Chinese sportswear giant.—
John Liu,
CNN Money,
2 June 2026
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Rasmus Hojlund confirmed last month that Napoli’s qualification for the Champions League triggered a clause which will turn his loan deal permanent, ending a three-year spell as a United player.—
James McNicholas,
New York Times,
2 June 2026
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In the end, despite the early promise and intrigue, The Boroughs is just another bland, unsatisfying Netflix Original series limping and sputtering to its foregone conclusion.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2026
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The recovery from their winter blues of one league win in 13 games and being in 14th place was handled impressively, despite limping over the line into the UEFA Conference League.—
The Athletic UK Staff,
New York Times,
26 May 2026
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The book does often feel like a recording of a mental jam session, but there is also a sense of being guided by a kind of hesitating yet urgent voice that needs to get things figured out.—
Craig Morgan Teicher,
Literary Hub,
1 June 2026
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While their rivals started spending significant sums of money as soon as the 2024-25 season finished, Spurs wasted a couple of weeks hesitating about the long-term future of then head coach Ange Postecoglou before replacing him with Thomas Frank.—
David Ornstein,
New York Times,
29 May 2026
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The fate of the House bill is uncertain in the Senate.—
Caitlin Yilek,
CBS News,
5 June 2026
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And yet, the complex plot comes down to the bond between Albus and Scorpius, who are living in their fathers’ shadows, bullied and uncertain of themselves, as their connections with their dads falter.—
John Wenzel,
Denver Post,
4 June 2026
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“Halting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/halting. Accessed 7 Jun. 2026.
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