Arrest and Terminate

Arrest

Arrest verb - To bring (something) to a standstill.

Usage example: cryogenics is based on the idea that extreme cold can almost arrest molecular motion

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Terminate and arrest are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Terminate" instead a verb "Arrest".

Nearby Words: arresting, arrested, arrester

Terminate verb - To bring (an event) to a natural or appropriate stopping point.

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Arrest and terminate are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Arrest" instead a verb "Terminate".

The FBI instead decides to terminate the operation at the last hour and arrest the mobsters.

Source: If You're So Evil, Eat This Kitten

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