halting
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Satellite imagery seen by the BBC show that construction has continued at the airbase despite the court halting it.
From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026
Executives were presented with a menu of options ranging from temporary shutdowns for repairs while essentially tolerating ongoing oil theft, to halting production for years to fully tackle the problem.
From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026
Treasury yields pared down increases fueled by reports that Iran is halting peace talks, after President Trump said negotiations are ongoing.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026
The original developer, Beijing-based Oceanwide Holdings, spent about $1.2 billion on the project before running out of money in 2019 and halting construction at about 60% completion.
From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026
“Well, um, I just want to say that I’ve read the rule book cover to cover and there’s no specific rule against a transgender contestant,” Mary Lou said in a halting voice.
From "Beauty Queens" by Libba Bray
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