Stop
/stɑp/
Definitions
- (v.) To cease or bring to an end an action or process.
The court ordered the company to stop polluting the river.
- (n.) A legal order or injunction to cease a particular activity.
The judge issued a stop to prevent the demolition of the building.
Forms
- stops
- stopping
- stopped
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Commentary
In legal drafting, ensure clarity when specifying what must stop and under what conditions to avoid ambiguity.
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