cease

Example Sentences

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The joint statement outlines the terms of "de-escalation", which includes ceasing "attacks on civilians, civilian objects and infrastructures, and military objectives of either side".

From BBC

After it ceased operation there were some calls for a replacement nuclear plant to be built on the site but the Scottish government is opposed to constructing new ones.

From BBC

Tour agencies told AFP that bus trips to the border had ceased, and uncertainty had hit tourism in Thailand too.

From Barron's

The cap connects me to the brave men of the Civil War, and it serves as a symbol of support and encouragement for a passion that has never since ceased.

From The Wall Street Journal

“As new states legalize online sports betting, FanDuel Predicts will cease offering sports event contracts in those states,” the company said in Monday’s press release.

From Barron's