stopping

Example Sentences

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If I'm not stopping for me at this point, I'm stopping because I've told you and I don't want you to worry.

From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026

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

From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026

They, and others, were equally committed to stopping me from doing my job.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 12, 2026

We still don’t drive by any kind of minigolf on vacation without stopping to play.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026

“I could tell you, Kathy, but I think I’d rather show you,” he said, then turned away and walked toward the door before stopping in the doorway and facing her again.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith