stop for

Example Sentences

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Route 66 Burger at Mel’s Drive-In, a popular stop for Route 66 travelers.

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026

It played a similar role for U.S.-led operations in Iraq and Afghanistan during the long wars in both countries and acted as a primary stop for wounded troops on their way to the U.S.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026

Scientists believe the Bay may act as an emergency feeding stop for whales in poor condition, as unusually thin individuals have been observed foraging in other nontraditional habitats as well.

From Science Daily • Apr. 13, 2026

The Federal Aviation Administration issued a ground stop for the airport late on Sunday night and said there was a "high" likelihood the order would be extended.

From BBC • Mar. 23, 2026

“Hold up,” he ordered, and “Calm down,” and “Would you stop for a minute.”

From "Anthem of a Reluctant Prophet" by Joanne Proulx