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as in halting
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as in ceasing
to bring (as an action or operation) to an immediate end
the manufacturer will stop selling the toy and will immediately recall all the units that have already been sold
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2
as in stalling
to bring (something) to a standstill
traffic was stopped for over an hour by the overturned truck
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as in filling
to close up so that no empty spaces remain
I stopped the mouse hole with plaster
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as in ending
to come to an end
the music stopped but we kept on dancing
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as in defeating
to achieve a victory over
they were eventually stopped by the best team in the league
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Recent Examples of stopping
Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 16 May 2026
According to the series' stars, the decision to end Outlander with season 8 came down to the story reaching a natural stopping point, while ensuring the beloved drama had enough time for a proper farewell.
—Emily Blackwood, PEOPLE, 15 May 2026
No edge-setting, no run stopping, no respectable defense.
—Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 13 May 2026
San Pedro Vista and Sycamore Canyon Vista are just two of the many stopping points to soak up the scenery.
—Cu Fleshman, Travel + Leisure, 10 May 2026
If mid-decade redistricting becomes normalized, there is no clear stopping point.
—Dan Daley, The Orlando Sentinel, 28 Apr. 2026
However, it’s been a mixed first season at Anfield for the 25-year-old Georgia international, whose shot-stopping has been considerably more impressive than his distribution across 18 appearances in all competitions.
—James Pearce, New York Times, 28 Apr. 2026
If mid-decade redistricting becomes normalized, there is no clear stopping point.
—Dan Daley, Sun Sentinel, 27 Apr. 2026
The team also found that certain near-surface features, such as softer rock layers above where the stopping phase happens, can further enhance it, leading to more severe shaking of the ground at the surface.
—Jacek Krywko, Scientific American, 23 Apr. 2026
Laura Berrios, AJC.com, 19 May 2026
The storm never fully fired, and Lisius and George eventually made their way back to Arlington, stopping for tacos along the way.
—Emily Holshouser
may 19, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 19 May 2026
Royal Caribbean has extended its moratorium on stopping at its private destination in Labadee, Haiti, forcing cruise passengers to wait longer to visit the popular beach and adventure destination.
—Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 19 May 2026
Then, fill the remaining space with soil, stopping about 2 inches from the top of the basket.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 19 May 2026
Slide down the wall slowly, bending your knees, and stopping when your thighs are about parallel to the floor.
—Christa Sgobba, Health, 19 May 2026
Doctors don’t treat patients by following FDA labels word-for-word and stopping there.
—Payton Herres, STAT, 19 May 2026
Catone said her students read at home, at school, never stopping.
—Ricky Sayer, CBS News, 19 May 2026
But that's not stopping customers from piling on, including government agencies.
—Elizabeth MacBride, CNBC, 19 May 2026
Noun
The trend closely matches data previously disclosed by Waymo, where self-driving vehicles are often hit by inattentive human drivers who misjudge or fail to anticipate the car’s cautious stopping behavior.
—Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 16 May 2026
According to the series' stars, the decision to end Outlander with season 8 came down to the story reaching a natural stopping point, while ensuring the beloved drama had enough time for a proper farewell.
—Emily Blackwood, PEOPLE, 15 May 2026
No edge-setting, no run stopping, no respectable defense.
—Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 13 May 2026
San Pedro Vista and Sycamore Canyon Vista are just two of the many stopping points to soak up the scenery.
—Cu Fleshman, Travel + Leisure, 10 May 2026
If mid-decade redistricting becomes normalized, there is no clear stopping point.
—Dan Daley, The Orlando Sentinel, 28 Apr. 2026
However, it’s been a mixed first season at Anfield for the 25-year-old Georgia international, whose shot-stopping has been considerably more impressive than his distribution across 18 appearances in all competitions.
—James Pearce, New York Times, 28 Apr. 2026
If mid-decade redistricting becomes normalized, there is no clear stopping point.
—Dan Daley, Sun Sentinel, 27 Apr. 2026
The team also found that certain near-surface features, such as softer rock layers above where the stopping phase happens, can further enhance it, leading to more severe shaking of the ground at the surface.
—Jacek Krywko, Scientific American, 23 Apr. 2026
Verb
Those unable to swim two lengths of the pool without stopping should have a parent remain close enough to reach them.
—Laura Berrios, AJC.com, 19 May 2026
The storm never fully fired, and Lisius and George eventually made their way back to Arlington, stopping for tacos along the way.
—Emily Holshouser
may 19, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 19 May 2026
Royal Caribbean has extended its moratorium on stopping at its private destination in Labadee, Haiti, forcing cruise passengers to wait longer to visit the popular beach and adventure destination.
—Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 19 May 2026
Then, fill the remaining space with soil, stopping about 2 inches from the top of the basket.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 19 May 2026
Slide down the wall slowly, bending your knees, and stopping when your thighs are about parallel to the floor.
—Christa Sgobba, Health, 19 May 2026
Doctors don’t treat patients by following FDA labels word-for-word and stopping there.
—Payton Herres, STAT, 19 May 2026
Catone said her students read at home, at school, never stopping.
—Ricky Sayer, CBS News, 19 May 2026
But that's not stopping customers from piling on, including government agencies.
—Elizabeth MacBride, CNBC, 19 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for stopping
Adjective
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Pittman and Bernard profile as good separators too, which should suit Rodgers' tendency to rely on the quick passing game to move the chains.—
Jacob Camenker,
USA Today,
18 May 2026
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Regardless of whether the topic is something small — a story from work, a passing thought, a joke — or something dire to the health of your relationship, the same principle should always apply.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
17 May 2026
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The secretary's recent testimony in Senate hearings has reignited curiosity about his distinct speech pattern, which at times can sound shaky or halting.—
Mary Walrath-Holdridge,
USA Today,
23 Apr. 2026
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However, the halting of insurance coverage for the delivery of oil is of grave concern.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Mar. 2026
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Key indicators include clients engaging more with competitors, ceasing to credit your work in their successes, and offering delayed or forced responses to communications.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2026
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The Pennsylvania Democrat is unbowed by the intraparty criticism of his votes against ceasing the war — a position that last week proved decisive.—
Burgess Everett,
semafor.com,
18 May 2026
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The National Retail Federation and Hackett Associates did not share as bullish of an outlook in their Global Port Tracker, indicating forward demand is weakening due to stalling retail re-stocking efforts.—
Glenn Taylor,
Footwear News,
13 May 2026
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The dividend has now remained stagnant since mid-2024, stalling at less than half of its pre-COVID level.—
Brett Owens,
Forbes.com,
9 May 2026
Verb
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Recent research by ManpowerGroup underscores the scale of this constraint, with 72% of employers globally reporting difficulty filling roles as demand for AI capabilities outpaces supply.—
Tom Hood,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2026
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Even in smaller portions, the dishes were filling.—
Evan Moore,
Charlotte Observer,
22 May 2026
Verb
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Announced Tuesday, the Mavericks and Kidd mutually agreed to part ways, ending a coaching tenure that began in 2021 and concluded with an even 205-205 regular-season record.—
Alejandro Avila OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
20 May 2026
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Cuffe redshirted during the Jayhawks’ 2022 national championship season and then played in just two games for head coach Bill Self before suffering a season-ending injury in 2022-23.—
Gary Bedore
May 18,
Kansas City Star,
19 May 2026
Verb
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Trump has not endorsed a candidate, raising the likelihood of a June 16 runoff that would burn more time and money before the party can focus on defeating Ossoff.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
18 May 2026
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Darby Allin defended his AEW World Championship twice in one week, defeating Konosuke Takeshita and Sammy Guevara.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
18 May 2026
Adjective
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Local artists were commissioned to add finishing touches, including Gonçalo Jordão and textile designer Thierry Larche, who collaborated on the property’s own azulejo (ceramic tiles) in the garden area.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Apr. 2026
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The buyer agreed to take the home fully furnished, purchasing everything from the primary pieces to the smaller finishing details.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
14 Apr. 2026
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“Stopping.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stopping. Accessed 24 May. 2026.
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