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

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Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent affirmed that by stopping in Tokyo for two days on his way to the Trump-Xi Jinping summit in China.

From Barron's • May 14, 2026

Then, the sight that would have sent a chill up the spine of every Hearts fan - referee John Beaton stopping dead in his tracks with his finger to his ear.

From BBC • May 14, 2026

There’s been no stopping Garcia in his last two starts.

From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026

You are right to be wary of stopping in places experiencing conflict right now.

From MarketWatch • May 13, 2026

Some of the group began discussing procedures for stopping and searching Soviet ships when John McCone broke in.

From "Fallout: Spies, Superbombs, and the Ultimate Cold War Showdown" by Steve Sheinkin

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