startan

Example:He took a moment to pause before stepping onto the stage.

Definition:A temporary stop or delay in an ongoing action, either accidental or intentional.

Example:The car halted abruptly when it ran out of fuel.

Definition:To stop moving, functioning, or continuing; to bring to a stop by or as if by sudden force.

Example:She decided to stop her workouts and start a new diet.

Definition:To bring something to an end or to a halt; to cease doing, having, or being something.