screeching halt
Example Sentences
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The concern among many observers is that Fedorov's departure will bring his ambitious reform and innovation programme to a screeching halt, despite Zelensky's assurances that nothing will change.
From BBC ● Jul. 17, 2026
That came to a screeching halt after Zscaler on May 26 beat Wall Street’s expectations with its fiscal 2026 third-quarter earnings but reported sales guidance that came in light.
From Barron's ● Jun. 1, 2026
But as most of the conference schools appeared close to approving the deal, pushback by the University of Michigan instead brought it to a screeching halt.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 18, 2025
Significantly, the postwar housing boom included the construction of government-run public housing — until that was brought to a screeching halt.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 10, 2025
The bookcase skidded to a screeching halt, blocking Kyle’s path forward.
From "Escape from Mr. Lemoncello's Library" by Chris Grabenstein
