leaving off 1 of 2

adjective

as in winding up

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leaving off

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verb

present participle of leave off
1
as in ending
to bring (as an action or operation) to an immediate end we usually leave off working as soon as the bell rings

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2
as in stopping
to come to an end the snow should leave off around midnight

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for leaving off
  1. dying
  2. ending
  3. stopping
  4. passing
  5. ceasing
  6. expiring
  7. finishing
  8. halting
Adjective
  • What’s the vibe for you, post-dying?
    — Sean T. Collins, Vulture, 22 June 2026
  • Garden centers aren't giving a refund for a dying or dead plant but rather a discount on a new purchase.
    — Lauren David, Southern Living, 17 Dec. 2025
Definition of dying
Verb
  • The list includes measures such as an end to the US naval blockade of Iranian ports, withdrawing military forces and permanently ending the war.
    — Hanna Ziady, CNN Money, 10 Aug. 2026
  • The Lake Mary All-Stars lost to North Carolina 4-0 on Saturday night, ending the team’s quest to win the Little League Softball World Series.
    — Steve Gorches, The Orlando Sentinel, 9 Aug. 2026
Definition of ending
Verb
  • Campione said her campaign was focused on protecting rural lands from being annexed into cities for rural subdivisions and stopping activities that could ruin water quality or override property rights.
    — James Wilkins, The Orlando Sentinel, 13 Aug. 2026
  • Head south towards the River Douro, stopping to see sights such as the famed azulejo tiles in São Bento station and the cathedral along the way.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of stopping
Adjective
  • While the departure of running back David Montgomery and the acquisition of Isiah Pacheco deserve a passing glance during preseason, everyone knows this is Jahmyr Gibbs' backfield.
    — Gladys Louise Tyler, Forbes.com, 9 Aug. 2026
  • May 21 – June 20 One idea is ready to become more than a passing thought.
    — Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 8 Aug. 2026
Definition of passing
Verb
  • The gallery has not specified a timeline for ceasing operations there.
    — News Desk, Artforum, 3 Aug. 2026
  • With the rain ceasing by Saturday evening, however, many suburbs went on with their fireworks as planned.
    — Pioneer Press, Chicago Tribune, 5 July 2026
Definition of ceasing
Verb
  • However, this strategy has drawn criticism from baseball analysts like Keith Law, who argues that the team should instead bench or remove Alec Bohm from the everyday lineup due to his performance and expiring contract.
    — Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2026
  • Yes, and proof of this is the meeting scheduled for this week between Madrid and the player’s agents to discuss a contract renewal, with his current one expiring in June 2027.
    — Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 5 Aug. 2026
Definition of expiring
Adjective
  • This tactical evolution, alongside exceptional finishing quality, underscores a tournament defined by strategic depth.
    — Clemente Lisi, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026
  • More finishing ability to complement their distinctive style.
    — Pierre LeBrun, New York Times, 1 June 2026
Definition of finishing
Verb
  • The Bills, Erie County and New York State agreed on a new stadium deal in March 2022 that brought a record $850 million of public funding, halting any talk of relocating the franchise.
    — Jacob Feldman, Sportico.com, 10 Aug. 2026
  • The two countries struck a memorandum of understanding in June aimed at halting the conflict, restoring shipping traffic, launching negotiations over Iran's nuclear program and eventually loosening sanctions on Iran.
    — Joe Walsh, CBS News, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of halting
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