Definition of Stop

to rest or discontinue an action

Examples of Stop in a sentence

“Stop hitting your younger brother,” the father reprimanded his daughter after observing red marks on his arms.  🔊

Sometimes, it is necessary to apply a tourniquet in order to stop excessive blood loss from a severed artery.  🔊

The oncologist required his cancer patients to stop smoking immediately or their cancer may return.  🔊

During the Civil Rights Movement, many different people tried to stop racism by conducting peaceful protests and boycotts.  🔊

Near the end of World War II, the United States was fairly certain the war would stop after they dropped the atomic bomb.  🔊

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