discontinue
Americanverb (used with object)
verb (used without object)
verb
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to come or bring to an end; interrupt or be interrupted; stop
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(tr) law to terminate or abandon (an action, suit, etc)
Related Words
See interrupt.
Other Word Forms
- discontinuance noun
- discontinuation noun
- discontinuer noun
- undiscontinued adjective
Etymology
Origin of discontinue
First recorded in 1400–50; late Middle English, from Anglo-French discontinuer, from Medieval Latin discontinuāre. See dis- 1, continue
Example Sentences
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Sony Honda Mobility—a joint venture between the two Japanese companies—has decided to discontinue the development and launch of its first model, the Afeela 1, as well as a second vehicle that had been under development.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 25, 2026
"In our future work, we will examine the comparative effectiveness of alternative treatment options for obesity in patients who discontinue semaglutide or tirzepatide, to help patients and their clinicians make informed decisions."
From Science Daily • Mar. 19, 2026
KP Snacks is proposing to close its manufacturing site for Tyrrells in Staffordshire, due to plans to discontinue its vegetable crisps.
From BBC • Feb. 27, 2026
The company announced last month it would discontinue two of its electric vehicle models.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 26, 2026
In fact, I had been wondering for some time if we should not discontinue these meetings, given how they prolong our already very busy days.
From "The Remains of the Day" by Kazuo Ishiguro
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