Synonyms

stopping

American

[stop-ing] / ˈstɒp ɪŋ /

noun

Mining.

a barrier erected to prevent the flow of air or gas.

stopping British

/ ˈstɒpɪŋ /

noun

informal a dental filling
a solid barrier in a mine tunnel to seal off harmful gases, fire, fresh air from used air, etc

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adjective

making many stops in a journey

a stopping train

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Etymology

Origin of stopping

1700–05; special use of stopping, verbal noun of stop; -ing ¹

Example Sentences

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Goldblum, 73, is the latest big name stopping off in Wolverhampton during a UK tour.

From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026

However, commercial ships that aren’t stopping at Iranian ports appear to be making it through.

From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026

They, and others, were equally committed to stopping me from doing my job.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 12, 2026

There is something magical about seeing Ohtani polish off his first inning on the mound, then immediately grab a bat and head to the plate without ever stopping in the dugout.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026

“I’m not stopping until I get answers! It is, quite frankly, one thing I am very good at! Remember? Badgering badger?”

From "The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest" by Aubrey Hartman

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