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[stop] / stɒp /






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Starmer no longer had enough power to stop him.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 4, 2026

Southern Water said investment in infrastructure, including the UK's first new reservoir for 30 years, would help stop it taking water from the Test and Itchen rivers by 2040.

From BBC • Jul. 3, 2026

"I can't believe it. I don't want to stop because I don't want to face the reality of what's happening."

From Barron's • Jul. 3, 2026

It’s been difficult for law enforcement to prevent illegal firework use because people stop using them the moment patrol cars or police helicopters appear.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 3, 2026

“I haven’t been able to stop thinking about you,” he says.

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam




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