halted

Example Sentences

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An April 8 ceasefire, which largely halted the fighting, has come under strain from recent exchanges of fire by the US and Iran.

From Barron's • Jun. 6, 2026

Some digital investments seemed wild at the time, like when Diller stuck with his bid for Expedia after the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks halted flights and damped travel demand.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

Authorities investigating the blast have put the people running Tongzhou Group under "control measures" and halted operations at the company's other mines.

From BBC • May 31, 2026

Paris tram lines were halted, several metro stations shut and bus traffic halted in places in bid to minimise disturbances.

From Barron's • May 30, 2026

The Father Abbot halted in front of the wall on which hung a long tapestry.

From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques