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stop street

American  

noun

  1. a street at the intersections of which all traffic must stop before continuing.


Etymology

Origin of stop street

First recorded in 1925–30

Example Sentences

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The lawsuit is the first known instance in California in which public officials have employed the state’s Fish and Game Code to stop street takeovers.

From Los Angeles Times

Non-uniformed officers patrolled high crime area in unmarked vehicles in an effort to identify individuals who might be illegally trafficking guns and stop street rivalries from turning deadly.

From Fox News

Evgeny, a 27-year-old first-time protester from St. Petersburg, said he understood the decision to stop street rallies for now because “it’s winter and it’s cold, so calling people out every weekend just won’t work.”

From Washington Post

The White House said Monday that Democratic mayors and governors need to “step up” and stop street violence and rioting or ask President Trump for help.

From Washington Times

It is also a warning that far more must be done to stop street crime and keep citizens safe everywhere in town.

From Seattle Times