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stopped

Pronunciation: [stɑpt]

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Learn how to use stopped in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “taking action”

(verb) to cause something or someone to not continue moving or happening. When you stop playing a game or walking, you are no longer doing those things.

Example

She stopped running when she reached the finish line.

Example

He didn't stop playing video games until it was very late.

Example

Why did you stop working on your project?

Context: “interrupting a process”

(verb) to end or pause an activity. This can happen when you decide not to do something anymore.

Example

They stopped watching the movie because they were tired.

Example

She didn't stop singing even when the music stopped.

Example

What made you stop reading the book?

Context: “traffic or movement”

(verb) to bring a vehicle or person to a complete halt. This is what happens at a red traffic light.

Example

The driver stopped the car at the red light.

Example

The car didn't stop in time and almost ran the red light.

Example

What happens if you don't stop at the stop sign?

How to pronounce stopped

Pronunciation: [stɑpt]

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