Answer: stopping

AnswerCrossword Clue
stoppingStop moving or operating
stoppingPlug the upper end of (an organ pipe), giving a note an octave lower
stoppingObtain the required pitch from (the string of a violin or similar instrument) by pressing at the appropriate point with the finger
stoppingMake (a rope) fast with a stopper
stoppingAbandon a specified practice or habit
stoppingStay somewhere for a short time
stoppingDefeat (an opponent) by a knockout
stopping(of an event, action, or process) Come to an end; cease to happen
stoppingBlock or close up (a hole or leak)
stopping(of a bus or train) Call at a designated place to pick up or let off passengers
stoppingPrevent (someone or something) from performing a specified action or undergoing a specified experience
STOPPINGNo ... (street sign)
stoppingBlock the mouth of (a fox's earth) prior to a hunt
stoppingPrevent or dissuade (someone) from continuing in an activity or achieving an aim
stoppingCause (an action, process, or event) to come to an end
stoppingInstruct a bank to withhold payment on (a check)
stoppingRefuse to supply as usual; withhold or deduct
stoppingCease to perform a specified action or have a specified experience
stoppingPrevent (an action or event) from happening
stoppingthe action of one who stops
stoppingBe hit by (a bullet)
stoppingCause or order to cease moving or operating