halting
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This week's rulings came after the appeals court ordered the judge to reconsider the national security implications of halting the work after he temporarily blocked all construction of the ballroom in March.
From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026
Once bond yields start rising, markets could get spooked, halting the current chase higher for markets.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 16, 2026
Colombia responded with 50-percent tariffs and by halting electricity sales to Ecuador, which has suffered chronic energy shortages.
From Barron's • Apr. 9, 2026
Gasps turned to cheers as his safety brake snapped into place, halting the fall.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 2, 2026
They stood silent, reluctant to make the final parting, and only slowly became aware that Tom was wishing them farewell, and telling them to have good heart and to ride on till dark without halting.
From "The Fellowship of the Ring" by J.R.R. Tolkien
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