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  • present participle of stop.
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stopping

[stop-ing] / ˈstɒp ɪŋ /


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Prediction-market platform Kalshi recently unveiled a swath of “market integrity” updates that all relate to one thing: stopping illegal trading by insiders.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026

Kay Donald's husband Barry died suddenly almost nine months ago – but she says problems with his pension are stopping her from moving on.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

Four years later, in Russia, he delivered another memorable night in Mexico’s victory over Germany, stopping the reigning world champions.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026

In March, passenger train services connecting the two nations’ capitals resumed after stopping due to Covid-19.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 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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