to a stop

idiom

: to a state in which one is no longer moving
The car skidded/slowed to a stop.

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Rear-axle steering and PTV work seamlessly in the background to ensure the chassis goes precisely where intended, and the brakes haul everything to a stop without drama (kudos to Porsche for such an extraordinary pedal feel underfoot). Michael Harley, Forbes, 24 Feb. 2025 As the aircraft skidded to a stop, Richie fell from his seat and began helping passengers find the nearest exit amid the chaos. Julia Bonavita, Fox News, 21 Feb. 2025 Anula hurried across the courtyard, passing the vast garden that curled around the administrative buildings, and skidded to a stop outside the concubine estate. Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 20 Feb. 2025 Owen, of course, zoomed out ahead of the group before skidding to a stop to wait for the others. The Tennessean, 13 Nov. 2024 See All Example Sentences for to a stop

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“To a stop.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/to%20a%20stop. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.

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