stemmed

verb

Definition of stemmednext
past tense of stem
as in delayed
to stop the progress or spread of (something) efforts to stem the dramatic decline of an endangered species

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Recent Examples of stemmed But Kozlowski said his concerns about Flock cameras stemmed specifically from the risk that data could be shared with unauthorized parties. — Haley Parsley, Sacbee.com, 23 Sep. 2026 The run-up in inflation has stemmed primarily from a massive jump in gas prices, with oil tankers mostly unable to transit through the Strait of Hormuz. — Elisabeth Buchwald, CNN Money, 4 Sep. 2026 Rich suggested the backlash stemmed less from Jelly Roll’s beliefs than from fans feeling blindsided by them. — Lauryn Overhultz, FOXNews.com, 3 Sep. 2026 In that context, perpetual futures, borne of crypto origins – an asset class whose appeal stemmed in large part due to constant access – look like a natural next step. — Oliver Renick, CNBC, 21 Aug. 2026 Bezio said that hiring more staff members and introducing ways for people to submit their documents online have stemmed the enrollment drop in recent months as the state has reduced the chance for people who qualify to lose benefits. — Geoff Mulvihill, Los Angeles Times, 21 Aug. 2026 But greater scrutiny has not stemmed the flow of memories about Zhu. — Reuters, NBC news, 18 Aug. 2026 The previous jump in food prices stemmed in part from a historic oil shock set off by the Iran war, which pushed up diesel costs. — Max Zahn, ABC News, 18 Aug. 2026 Cherelus notched the start, technically, with Wallace coming in thereafter, but neither stemmed a rolling Bills offensive tide. — Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 15 Aug. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for stemmed
  1. delayed
  2. ended
  3. halted
  4. stopped
  5. concluded
  6. impeded
  7. hindered
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  • Meanwhile, Air France-KLM has suspended flights to Riyadh until 31 October and Delta Air Lines has delayed planned services from Atlanta to Riyadh, initially due to start on October 23, until March 2027.
    — Melissa Hancock, Fortune, 14 Oct. 2026
  • Stringer | Reuters Delta Air Lines delayed the launch of its nonstop service between Atlanta and Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, following recent attacks on the capital city's airport.
    — Alex Harring, CNBC, 13 Oct. 2026
Definition of delayed
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  • Both were on full display on Sunday during, and then after, the Jets' victory over the Cleveland Browns that ended a three-game losing skid for the Jets and ended a three-game win streak for the Browns.
    — Armando Salguero OutKick, FOXNews.com, 12 Oct. 2026
  • The rising 200-day at $139 sits just above it, and that's where buyers ended the selloff after the August breakout failed.
    — Josh Brown,Sean Russo, CNBC, 12 Oct. 2026
Definition of ended
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  • School officials also halted any sort of tailgating until noon local time.
    — Ryan Morik OutKick, FOXNews.com, 10 Oct. 2026
  • Last month, the Supreme Court ruled 8-1 that the 4th Circuit had prematurely halted the rule, finding that the FCC must issue a decision on the Democratic candidates’ petition for review before the appeals court can get involved.
    — Jack Birle, The Washington Examiner, 9 Oct. 2026
Definition of halted
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  • The Bruins forced seven turnovers and stopped Oregon’s late two-point try at the one-yard line, preserving a signature victory that strengthened UCLA’s playoff case.
    — Elias Esquivel, Los Angeles Times, 11 Oct. 2026
  • In 2009, armed men stopped a convoy of civilians, relatives, lawyers and journalists heading to submit election filings in Maguindanao and killed 58 people, at least 32 of them journalists and media workers.
    — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 11 Oct. 2026
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  • Sales were slightly below expectations, but the stock jumped 3% as traders concluded the demand for AI services remained strong.
    — Jim Edwards, Fortune, 14 Oct. 2026
  • The other two judges, Kelly and Tymkovich, concluded the NCAA made a sufficient showing under the factors governing stays pending appeal, including on the merits and irreparable harm.
    — Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 13 Oct. 2026
Definition of concluded
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  • The ongoing conflict that has driven people from their homes in Iran as well as an internet shutdown and a lack of full cooperation from the two governments partially impeded the team's efforts to get information.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 18 Sep. 2026
  • The ongoing conflict that has driven people from their homes in Iran as well as an internet shutdown and a lack of full cooperation from the two governments partially impeded the team’s efforts to get information.
    — Jamey Keaten, Los Angeles Times, 17 Sep. 2026
Definition of impeded
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  • Soldiers and family members have told The Associated Press of a failure to recognize the seriousness of injuries, a poor plan to get the wounded to hospitals and red tape that has hindered follow-up care.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 6 Oct. 2026
  • Most of those still without power live in the Amazon, where isolation and high infrastructure costs have hindered electrification.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 6 Oct. 2026
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“Stemmed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stemmed. Accessed 15 Oct. 2026.

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