ceased

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He said many journalists "disapproved" of past coverage, but "could not ignore" instructions from higher-ups -- until they ceased in recent weeks.

From Barron's • May 30, 2026

Rome, the Italian capital, has not had a Serie A team since 2020, when Virtus Roma ceased operations because of financial difficulties.

From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026

It was confirmed manufacturing had ceased in April and more than 100 jobs had been lost so far.

From BBC • May 21, 2026

When China-Japan ties worsened, some Chinese people I was speaking with asked me to stop reaching out, citing worsening relations, or abruptly ceased communication.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 5, 2026

It had ceased to be my childhood playground and had become its own reality, one whose physical laws were mysterious, hostile.

From "Educated" by Tara Westover