cessation
noun
ces·sa·tion
se-ˈsā-shən 
: a temporary or final ceasing (as of action) : stop
mutually agreed to a cessation of fighting
Examples of cessation in a Sentence
Relapses after cessation of treatment are common.
the cessation of the snowstorm was a relief
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Cuts to smoking prevention and cessation programs, for example, don’t square with the aim of decreasing rates of chronic disease.
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Joshua P. Cohen, Forbes.com, 8 Apr. 2025
Any deal that eases sanctions or normalizes Russia's global standing should come with an end to weapons transfers to Iran and Syria and a cessation of military cooperation that enhances Iran's nuclear and missile programs.
—Jason D. Greenblatt, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Apr. 2025
For now, all Trump clearly wants is an immediate cessation of hostilities, something Russia cares little about in and of itself.
—Alexander Gabuev, Foreign Affairs, 26 Mar. 2025
The models estimated the effects of aid reductions, including the possible immediate cessation of the President's Emergency Fund for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) support.
—Mary Kekatos, ABC News, 26 Mar. 2025
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Joshua P. Cohen, Forbes.com, 8 Apr. 2025
Any deal that eases sanctions or normalizes Russia's global standing should come with an end to weapons transfers to Iran and Syria and a cessation of military cooperation that enhances Iran's nuclear and missile programs.
—Jason D. Greenblatt, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Apr. 2025
For now, all Trump clearly wants is an immediate cessation of hostilities, something Russia cares little about in and of itself.
—Alexander Gabuev, Foreign Affairs, 26 Mar. 2025
The models estimated the effects of aid reductions, including the possible immediate cessation of the President's Emergency Fund for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) support.
—Mary Kekatos, ABC News, 26 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for cessation
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“Cessation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cessation. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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cessation
noun
ces·sa·tion
se-ˈsā-shən
: a stopping of action
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