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stopping

[stop-ing] / ˈstɒp ɪŋ /
NOUN
staying
Synonyms
STRONG
block ceasing check closing delay desisting deterring discontinuance end ending finish halt halting hesitation holding pause remaining suspension terminating wait
Antonyms
STRONG
beginning commencement continuation go introduction opening persistence start

Example Sentences

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He judged it to almost perfection, the ball stopping a foot from the hole.

From BBC • Apr. 12, 2026

There is something magical about seeing Ohtani polish off his first inning on the mound, then immediately grab a bat and head to the plate without ever stopping in the dugout.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026

Because patients often regain weight after stopping treatment, many are expected to stay on the drugs indefinitely in order to maintain their results.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 9, 2026

The suspect continued to drive throughout the city, eventually stopping in front of Jurupa Valley High School.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

Nim ordered, and ran all the way to the cave and back again without even stopping to look out to sea.

From "Nim’s Island" by Wendy Orr