halted

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Unfortunately, only five years into what was supposed to be an eight-year study, the investigators in 2002 abruptly halted the arm that included women taking estrogen and progestin.

From MarketWatch • May 12, 2026

Cal Fire paused new timber sales and, citing public safety, halted some that were underway — including one expected to generate millions of dollars for Myles Anderson’s logging company.

From Los Angeles Times • May 10, 2026

As the contest drifted into uncomfortable territory, the referee had eventually seen enough and halted the fight.

From BBC • May 9, 2026

US forces have now forcibly halted four ships they said sought to violate the blockade, in place since April 13.

From Barron's • May 8, 2026

Lyndon Johnson had halted the bombing of North Vietnam, and Nixon was reluctant to resume it.

From "Most Dangerous: Daniel Ellsberg and the Secret History of the Vietnam War" by Steve Sheinkin