stopping

[stop-ing] / ˈstɒp ɪŋ /

NOUN

staying

Synonyms

STRONG

block ceasing check closing delay desisting deterring discontinuance end ending finish halt halting hesitation holding pause remaining suspension terminating wait

Antonyms

STRONG

beginning commencement continuation go introduction opening persistence start

Example Sentences

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However, commercial ships that aren’t stopping at Iranian ports appear to be making it through.

From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026

He judged it to almost perfection, the ball stopping a foot from the hole.

From BBC • Apr. 12, 2026

We still don’t drive by any kind of minigolf on vacation without stopping to play.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026

The suspect continued to drive throughout the city, eventually stopping in front of Jurupa Valley High School.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

The neighbor turns back into her house and I’m nearly to the gate before stopping in my tracks.

From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse