screeching halt
Example Sentences
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The pandemic brought Airbnb’s growth to a screeching halt in early 2020 and caused $1 billion in cancellations.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026
But while his career ground to a screeching halt, authorities have been silent on the investigation into Rivas Hernandez's death.
From BBC • Oct. 18, 2025
Agency for International Development to a screeching halt this week.
From Salon • Feb. 5, 2025
On Monday afternoon, however, the adrenaline thrill came to a screeching halt when the Sol Spin stopped mid-motion, leaving riders suspended at multiple different angles.
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 18, 2024
The bookcase skidded to a screeching halt, blocking Kyle’s path forward.
From "Escape from Mr. Lemoncello's Library" by Chris Grabenstein
