halted
Example Sentences
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Hilton argues that layers of rules of permits have effectively halted construction of smaller and more affordable starter homes.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 10, 2026
Work there remains halted, and some construction at three other conversion projects in the city was subsequently ordered to temporarily stop.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 4, 2026
The contest was postponed from Sunday after heavy rain halted the WTA final between Jessica Pegula and Alexandra Eala.
From Barron's ● Aug. 3, 2026
At 14:57 BST, Greater Anglia reported a fire at Waltham Cross in Hertfordshire meant all trains had been halted on one line.
From BBC ● Aug. 2, 2026
Ellidyr halted before the speechless companions, threw back his head, and glanced scornfully at them.
From "The Black Cauldron" by Lloyd Alexander
