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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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3
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
C.c. Weiss
may 22, New Atlas, 22 May 2026
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
Visitors can enjoy stunning views and access popular stopping points with a drive on the 27-mile Park Loop Road.
—Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 18 May 2026
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
If mid-decade redistricting becomes normalized, there is no clear stopping point.
—Dan Daley, The Orlando Sentinel, 28 Apr. 2026
If mid-decade redistricting becomes normalized, there is no clear stopping point.
—Dan Daley, Sun Sentinel, 27 Apr. 2026
Sean Gentille, New York Times, 2 June 2026
Texas is split down the middle on which issue should take priority — stopping voter fraud or preventing eligible citizens from being turned away at the ballot box — as a poll shows the split is not a sign of moderation but of deep partisan polarization.
—Mateo Rosiles, USA Today, 2 June 2026
Inconsistent enforcement might prevent us from stopping entities like the oil and gas lobby, counterfeiters, hate groups, or other bad actors from using the Patagonia name and logo.
—Simmone Shah, Time, 2 June 2026
And in case there were any remaining doubts that masks never had the slightest chance of stopping respiratory viruses, of the studies that met their inclusion criteria, all of them came after 2019.
—Ian Miller Outkick, FOXNews.com, 1 June 2026
When people can instantly generate ideas, images, recommendations, and answers with AI, curiosity becomes even more important because the people who stand out are often the ones who keep exploring instead of stopping at the first answer.
—Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
Following a show-stopping performance of Inter Alia on London's West End on Saturday, May 30, the Golden Globe- and Emmy-winning actress, 47, gave an impromptu speech after taking her final bows alongside the rest of the cast.
—Desiree Anello, PEOPLE, 1 June 2026
If the federal government doesn’t reveal who would run the facility until it’s completed, stopping construction would be difficult, Amar added.
—Ethan Baron, Mercury News, 1 June 2026
After her show-stopping fashion parade at the 2026 Cannes Film Festival, Heidi Klum swapped out her glamorous red carpet gowns for a barely-there swimwear moment.
—Lara Walsh, InStyle, 31 May 2026
Noun
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
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
Visitors can enjoy stunning views and access popular stopping points with a drive on the 27-mile Park Loop Road.
—Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 18 May 2026
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
If mid-decade redistricting becomes normalized, there is no clear stopping point.
—Dan Daley, The Orlando Sentinel, 28 Apr. 2026
If mid-decade redistricting becomes normalized, there is no clear stopping point.
—Dan Daley, Sun Sentinel, 27 Apr. 2026
Verb
The latest the series can end is June 17; the shield stopping him from answering questions — not just about his past, but his present and future — is likely to stay in place.
—Sean Gentille, New York Times, 2 June 2026
Texas is split down the middle on which issue should take priority — stopping voter fraud or preventing eligible citizens from being turned away at the ballot box — as a poll shows the split is not a sign of moderation but of deep partisan polarization.
—Mateo Rosiles, USA Today, 2 June 2026
Inconsistent enforcement might prevent us from stopping entities like the oil and gas lobby, counterfeiters, hate groups, or other bad actors from using the Patagonia name and logo.
—Simmone Shah, Time, 2 June 2026
And in case there were any remaining doubts that masks never had the slightest chance of stopping respiratory viruses, of the studies that met their inclusion criteria, all of them came after 2019.
—Ian Miller Outkick, FOXNews.com, 1 June 2026
When people can instantly generate ideas, images, recommendations, and answers with AI, curiosity becomes even more important because the people who stand out are often the ones who keep exploring instead of stopping at the first answer.
—Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
Following a show-stopping performance of Inter Alia on London's West End on Saturday, May 30, the Golden Globe- and Emmy-winning actress, 47, gave an impromptu speech after taking her final bows alongside the rest of the cast.
—Desiree Anello, PEOPLE, 1 June 2026
If the federal government doesn’t reveal who would run the facility until it’s completed, stopping construction would be difficult, Amar added.
—Ethan Baron, Mercury News, 1 June 2026
After her show-stopping fashion parade at the 2026 Cannes Film Festival, Heidi Klum swapped out her glamorous red carpet gowns for a barely-there swimwear moment.
—Lara Walsh, InStyle, 31 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for stopping
Adjective
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Zinedine Zidane, the great French playmaker, headbutted Marco Materazzi, a wily Italian defender who had made a passing remark about Zidane’s sister.—
Sam Knight,
New Yorker,
1 June 2026
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The Eagles spent the offseason bolstering the passing game with a post-Brown offense in mind.—
Chad Graff,
New York Times,
1 June 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
Verb
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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
Verb
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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
Verb
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Finally, allow the solution to come to room temperature before filling your feeders.—
Rita Pelczar,
Better Homes & Gardens,
29 May 2026
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Such scandals have put the spotlight on a murky (and growing) world of speculative, 24/7 transactions now filling the internet.—
Wyatte Grantham-Philips,
Fortune,
29 May 2026
Verb
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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
Verb
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The Spurs clinched their spot in the championship round after outlasting Oklahoma City, defeating the defending champs on the Thunder’s home floor in Game 7 on Saturday.—
Tim Rohan,
NBC news,
1 June 2026
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Two weeks later, Barr walked away with the GOP nomination, defeating the other major Republican competitor, former Kentucky Attorney General Daniel Cameron, by a 2-to-1 margin.—
David Sivak,
The Washington Examiner,
1 June 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 7 Jun. 2026.
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