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Definition cease in British English

cease verb

verb
/siːs/

▪ activities, operations, production, publication, trading

Example

Conversation ceased when she entered the room.

Example

The rain had almost ceased by the time we left.

Example

If we don't get more money, community theatre will cease to exist here.

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2

to stop doing something

Example

The government has ceased all contact with the rebels.

Example

In 1981 he ceased being a player and moved into management.

Example

I had ceased to care what happened to her.

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Definition cease in British English