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halting

[hawl-ting] / ˈhɔl tɪŋ /


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Halting this biodiversity crisis will require radical action.

From Slate • Apr. 28, 2026

Halting the pressurized flow in mature reservoirs disrupts a delicate subterranean system, allowing water to flood the wellbore and heavy sediments to clog rock pores.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

Halting illegal immigration into the U.S. has been another key objective.

From Barron's • Dec. 22, 2025

Halting intelligence support, too, would likely have serious consequences on the battlefield.

From BBC • Mar. 5, 2025

Halting for a moment outside the door of the Director’s room, Bernard drew a deep breath and squared his shoulders, bracing himself to meet the dislike and disapproval which he was certain of finding within.

From "Brave New World" by Aldous Huxley




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