stoppages

Definitions

Instances of stopping or being stopped; interruptions or cessations of activity.

Periods of time during which work or play is suspended, such as in a factory or a sports match.

Obstructions or blockages that prevent the flow or movement of something.

Examples

The game was delayed by several long stoppages due to the heavy rain.

Frequent work stoppages at the factory led to a significant decrease in overall production.

Synonyms

interruptions halts pauses cessations delays suspensions standstills

Antonyms

continuations starts beginnings advancements progressions continuances resumptions