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Standstill

usgb/ˈstændstɪl/Volume
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Literal StopPlay
Used when something or someone literally stops moving. SlideThe marathon runners came to a standstill to honor the fallen athlete.
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Metaphoric HaltPlay
Describes a situation where there is a metaphorical halt in what was ongoing. SlideAfter the scandal, the project came to a standstill.
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Refers to an interruption or halt due to unforeseen events. SlideThe sudden snowstorm brought the city to a standstill.