cessation
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
Few vessels, it noted, are willing to re-enter the Strait of Hormuz “without a clear cessation of hostilities, assured maritime security and severely elevated freight rates.”
From MarketWatch • Apr. 16, 2026
“But will the cease-fire hold and can talks lead to a permanent cessation of hostilities?”
From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026
“The cessation of production from Qatar, one of the biggest natural gas producers in the world, is likely to have wide-ranging ramifications for the market over the coming months,” analysts at ANZ said.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 10, 2026
In effect, the strait has turned into a parking lot, with an almost complete cessation of ships going through, experts and marine traffic monitoring services say.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 7, 2026
The tumult of cessation from lessons was already breaking forth, but it sank at her voice.
From "Jane Eyre" by Charlotte Brontë
Vocabulary lists containing cessation
Lord of the Flies
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
"The Masque of the Red Death" by Edgar Allan Poe
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
The Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
