cessation
noun
ces·sa·tion
se-ˈsā-shən 
: a temporary or final ceasing (as of action) : stop
mutually agreed to a cessation of fighting
Examples of cessation in a Sentence
Relapses after cessation of treatment are common.
the cessation of the snowstorm was a relief
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Some frontline positions may be in the middle of fierce clashes when this order comes through, and a cessation of this nature likely requires days of preparation and readiness.
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Nick Paton Walsh, CNN Money, 19 Apr. 2025
According to a report from the Center for Strategic and International Studies, if China’s trade controls result in a cessation of such exports, the U.S. won’t be able to fill the gap — and this could threaten Washington’s military capabilities.
—Yeo Boon Ping, CNBC, 16 Apr. 2025
So far there appears to be no sign of a cessation in the trade war as China on Thursday boosted its tariffs on imports from the U.S. to 125 percent.
—Tianwei Zhang, Footwear News, 11 Apr. 2025
The abrupt cessation of funding for these studies will continue to perpetuate vaccine hesitancy in society because such endeavors will be perceived by the public as less important when compared to other research.
—Omer Awan, Forbes, 18 Mar. 2025
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Nick Paton Walsh, CNN Money, 19 Apr. 2025
According to a report from the Center for Strategic and International Studies, if China’s trade controls result in a cessation of such exports, the U.S. won’t be able to fill the gap — and this could threaten Washington’s military capabilities.
—Yeo Boon Ping, CNBC, 16 Apr. 2025
So far there appears to be no sign of a cessation in the trade war as China on Thursday boosted its tariffs on imports from the U.S. to 125 percent.
—Tianwei Zhang, Footwear News, 11 Apr. 2025
The abrupt cessation of funding for these studies will continue to perpetuate vaccine hesitancy in society because such endeavors will be perceived by the public as less important when compared to other research.
—Omer Awan, Forbes, 18 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for cessation
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“Cessation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cessation. Accessed 11 May. 2025.
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cessation
noun
ces·sa·tion
se-ˈsā-shən
: a stopping of action
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