Halted
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- (v.) Past tense of halt; to bring to an abrupt stop or suspension, especially in legal proceedings or enforcement actions.
The court halted the trial pending further investigation.
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Typically used to describe the cessation of a process or action, especially formal legal procedures or enforcement activities.
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