- to halt
- to break off
- pause (in speech)
Generated: This meaning is used when referring to stopping an activity or movement completely.
Generated: This meaning is used when something is suddenly interrupted or ceased, especially in the context of action or conversation.
Their conversation broke off in an argument.
Generated: This meaning is specifically about a temporary stop in speaking, often for effect or to gather thoughts.
He paused for a moment in his speech to catch the audience's attention.