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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

For New Yorkers who have taken to celebrating wins by stopping traffic and dancing around firetrucks, the joy from the Knicks’ 2-0 series lead in the NBA Finals is incalculable.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

Lockdowns during the pandemic took a toll on her studies and mental health, while stopping her from securing any work experience.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 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

“These are my new friends,” he announced without stopping.

From "The Wild Robot Escapes" by Peter Brown




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