stop (up)

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for stop (up)
Verb
  • Although more research is required to prove it, the study suggests that blocking cancer cells from using taurine for growth could be one way to treat leukemia, Bajaj explained.
    Jamie Ducharme, Health, 20 May 2025
  • These measures include opting in to messages from a business and blocking chats with a click.
    Zak Doffman, Forbes.com, 20 May 2025
Verb
  • Keep clear of puddles - Driving through puddles or low rainwater areas can cause vehicles to hydroplane or skid out of control Don't tail large vehicles closely - Trucks or buses can kick up a water spray that obstructs visibility.
    NC Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 14 May 2025
  • Additionally, Iman accused the Gonna Love Me singer of taking their kids out of school for no reason and willfully obstructing and interfering with his right to pick up the their kids on April 17.
    Elizabeth Ayoola, Essence, 9 May 2025
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“Stop (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stop%20%28up%29. Accessed 23 May. 2025.

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