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grind to a halt::verb | Spocien Dictionary
| Type | Words |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | bog down, get stuck, mire |
| Type of | stand still |
| Verb group | bog down, mire |
Examples of grind to a halt
grind to a halt
That doesn't mean China's robust economic engine is destined to grind to a halt.
From the time.com
If something goes wrong-and it often does-business will quickly grind to a halt.
From the economist.com
Their salaries won't grind to a halt just because they can't agree on a budget.
From the theatlantic.com
If investment banks can't function, the financial system could grind to a halt.
From the usatoday.com
But on the current evidence don't expect America's recovery to grind to a halt.
From the economist.com
If they couldn't, their delirious, once-inconceivable ride would grind to a halt.
From the orlandosentinel.com
If such behaviour is unchecked, then eventually the system may grind to a halt.
From the economist.com
The timing is ironic because the whole initiative is likely to grind to a halt.
From the guardian.co.uk
Without the ability to synthesize new proteins, cells quickly grind to a halt.
From the sciencedaily.com
