cease
Example Sentences
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There have been sporadic clashes since the heavy fighting in late February and world leaders have called on the two nations to cease hostilities.
From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026
After recent strikes, President Trump reportedly asked Israel to end attacks; both Israel and Iran agreed to cease direct operations.
From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026
“In a category like this, where there’s such a land rush, you’re probably looking at 30% to 35% that will cease to exist in a couple of years.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026
Becerra’s campaign called the ad defamatory in a cease and desist letter sent to the Steyer campaign on Saturday.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026
My skin and bones will not age—my Bio Gel will simply reach the end of its shelf life and cease to operate.
From "The Adoration of Jenna Fox" by Mary E. Pearson
Vocabulary lists containing cease
"Romeo and Juliet" by William Shakespeare, Act II
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