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Ansonguy Posted 6 years ago
Grammar

Using [halted] and [stopped] interchangeably

(1a) A virus broke out six years ago. Its spread was finally stopped when a vaccine was developed.

(1a) A virus broke out six years ago. Its spread was finally halted when a vaccine was developed.

Can I use 'stopped' and 'halted' interchangeably in this context? Thank you for your time and help.

  

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ansonguy Can I use 'stopped' and 'halted' interchangeably in this context? Yes, you can. That's not a problem.

— CalifJim

  • ansonguy Can I use 'stopped' and 'halted' interchangeably in this context?
  • Yes, you can.
  • That's not a problem.
  • CJ
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ansonguyCan I use 'stopped' and 'halted' interchangeably in this context?

Yes, you can. That's not a problem.

CJ

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