stop work

Example Sentences

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A federal judge in Virginia overturned a stop-work order, allowing Dominion Energy’s offshore wind farm to resume construction.

From Barron's • Jan. 16, 2026

James said the stop-work orders don’t explain the government’s change in position and don’t provide “a genuine justification for the suspension,” which she says violates the Administrative Procedure Act.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 9, 2026

Lippold noted that Bergum also cited national security threats in August when the administration issued a stop-work order on the Revolution wind project, which was 80% complete.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 22, 2025

Days later, Rubio issued sweeping stop-work orders to aid programs worldwide.

From Salon • Dec. 16, 2025

Butler laid off five of his 80 employees last week after the shutdown triggered a stop-work order on one of its projects.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 8, 2025