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stopping
[stop-ing]
noun
a barrier erected to prevent the flow of air or gas.
stopping
/ ˈɒɪŋ /
noun
informala dental filling
a solid barrier in a mine tunnel to seal off harmful gases, fire, fresh air from used air, etc
adjective
making many stops in a journey
a stopping train
Word History and Origins
Example Sentences
Border Patrol Sector Chief Greg Bovino, who oversaw raids that included picking people up at Home Depot and stopping them on the highway, has emerged as a key figure in L.A.
“It’s about stopping a political culture that idolizes power over people.”
Beijing said US violations of the agreement included stopping sales of computer chip design software to Chinese companies, warning against using chips made by Chinese tech giant Huawei and cancelling visas for Chinese students.
The Israeli military said in a statement the strikes were carried out in response to Houthi missiles targeting Israel and were aimed at stopping the use of the port for "military purposes".
The BBC was told Reform's candidates had little local policy to offer and mostly focused on national issues, such as stopping small boats crossing the English Channel.
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