stall

Example Sentences

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A long-term disruption would stall production expansions in Qatar, forcing the global market into a structural reckoning.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 19, 2026

If the protein remained on or off for too long, the yeast cell would stall or die.

From Science Daily • Mar. 9, 2026

Newton said while he expects crude oil to stall out and possibly reverse in weeks to come, some commodities should still work well in the coming months.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 6, 2026

Even the bathroom creates a memorable photo moment: The stalls are filled with photos of musicians and an “on air” studio sign lights up when a stall is occupied.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 27, 2026

“I asked Momma to stall the trial while I went to get you three,” Zoe explains.

From "The Manifestor Prophecy" by Angie Thomas