dead stop
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.
"That proves they can execute a dead stop at speed. It usually takes multiple seasons to make it to 'Top'."
From BBC • Mar. 10, 2024
Veer off-piste into the soft snow and you’ll come to a dead stop.
From Seattle Times • Dec. 9, 2022
Traffic moved a bit but then came to a dead stop about eight miles from the actual border crossing.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 28, 2022
After the pandemic brought museum and gallery shows to a dead stop, last year’s racial justice protests lent new urgency to demands that institutions become more transparent, more representative and more diverse.
From New York Times • Sep. 17, 2021
He shimmered with invincibility and ran through both Scott’s and George’s cars, sending them flying into the air and falling back down to the track at a dead stop.
From "George" by Alex Gino
