stops

[US]/[stɒps]/
[UK]/[stɒps]/

Translation

n.A place where a vehicle briefly stops and passengers may board or alight.; The act of stopping.; A cessation of something.
v.To come to an end; cease.; To bring a vehicle to a halt.; To prevent something from continuing.

Phrases & Collocations

stops working

stops here

stops running

stopped talking

stops and goes

stops suddenly

stops playing

stopped eating

stops moving

stops now

Example Sentences

the train stops at several small stations along the route.

traffic stops at red lights to prevent accidents.

my phone stops charging when it reaches 100%.

the music stops abruptly, leaving a sudden silence.

she stops to buy groceries on her way home.

he stops smoking to improve his health.

the project stops progressing due to lack of funding.

the game stops when one player reaches the target score.

the construction stops for the weekend.

the engine stops unexpectedly, leaving us stranded.

she stops talking when she sees me.

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