- present participle of stop.
stopping
Example Sentences
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They also do not justify stopping or changing antidepressant treatment without guidance from a prescribing clinician.
From Science Daily • Jul. 12, 2026
But Chip Swank, a welder stopping after work, said he has been a loyal customer for decades.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 9, 2026
Whether your loan is private or federal, simply stopping payments can have serious consequences.
From MarketWatch • Jul. 9, 2026
Later, on Idol, the band walked the perimeter of the venue, stopping to pose for photos and wave to the faithful, as dancers waved giant flags.
From BBC • Jul. 7, 2026
It wasn’t long before a flock of geese flew past the island without stopping.
From "The Wild Robot Protects" by Peter Brown
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