come to a stop

This page is about the collocation come to a stop

collocation pattern: verb + noun

Meaning

to stop moving or happening

For example

  • The ball came to a stop just before it reached the hole.

  • The train often comes to a stop just before it gets to the platform.

Note:
Similar collocations include "come to a halt", "come to a standstill" and "come to rest"

Quick Quiz

We were surprised when the music came to a sudden stop

a. in the middle of the song

b. at the end of the concert

c. just before it started
a) in the middle of the song b) at the end of the concert c) just before it started

Contributor: Matt Errey