halt
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This opposing force can halt the collapse before a black hole forms.
From Science Daily • Jun. 14, 2026
If there’s one person who can bring us to a halt, it’s Spielberg — even if it’s just for two hours.
From Salon • Jun. 13, 2026
Google is asking a New York federal court to halt the activity of the alleged cybercriminals so the websites and communication channels can be taken down.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026
But the White House says the arena will start being dismantled the morning afterwards, according to papers in a lawsuit filed by people asking a judge to halt the fight.
From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026
It was a tough letter, demanding an immediate halt to all work at the Cuban missile sites.
From "Fallout: Spies, Superbombs, and the Ultimate Cold War Showdown" by Steve Sheinkin
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