cessation
the bringing to an end of something; a pause or stopping of activity
Word origin: From Latin cessatio, a delaying or ceasing (cessare to cease).
Cessation in a sentence
Here are example sentences showing cessation in a sentence.
The warring factions agreed to a cessation of hostilities pending the outcome of negotiations.
Negotiators called for an immediate cessation of hostilities before talks could begin.
Using “cessation” well
Cessation names a stopping or pause of activity. Do not confuse it with cession, a look-alike meaning the formal surrender of territory.
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