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stopping

[stop-ing] / ˈstɒp ɪŋ /
NOUN
staying
Synonyms
STRONG
block ceasing check closing delay desisting deterring discontinuance end ending finish halt halting hesitation holding pause remaining suspension terminating wait
Antonyms
STRONG
beginning commencement continuation go introduction opening persistence start

Example Sentences

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Shelby Holliday explains how military equipment could play a role in stopping vessels from visiting Iran’s ports.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026

Prevent is a Home Office initiative aimed at stopping individuals from becoming extremists and eventually carrying out attacks.

From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026

However, commercial ships that aren’t stopping at Iranian ports appear to be making it through.

From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026

The next one, still in its early innings, is to invest in the companies tasked with stopping them.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 13, 2026

“I’m not stopping you, child. Give it one strong swipe. Then we’ll all brace ourselves.”

From "Kwame Crashes the Underworld" by Craig Kofi Farmer