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halt

[hawlt] / hɔlt /






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The government could invoke emergency mediation powers to halt industrial action and trigger mediation if it is deemed a threat to the national economy.

From Barron's • May 20, 2026

Chip makers, including Intel, Micron and AMD, closed Monday on their worst two-session skid since March, an abrupt halt to a torrid weekslong rally.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026

Multiple aluminum smelters in the Middle East were forced to halt or reduce operations as the war in Iran escalated.

From MarketWatch • May 19, 2026

One clear example is that the standard courts use when deciding whether to halt a judge’s order or issue an injunction asks about the public’s interest.

From Slate • May 18, 2026

I look up as Mr. Kellerman—the art teacher—comes to a quick halt when he sees me on the couch.

From "Popcorn" by Rob Harrell




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