Stop – Crossword Clue
The answer to the crossword clue “Stop” is CEASE (5 letters) or HALT (4 letters). Most recently CEASE, in the NYT Mini on October 9, 2026.
What CEASE means
- verbput an end to a state or an activity
- verbhave an end, in a temporal, spatial, or quantitative sense; either spatial or metaphorical
- noun(`cease' is a noun only in the phrase `without cease') end
Where this clue appeared
| Date | Puzzle | Answer |
|---|---|---|
| October 9, 2026 | NYT Mini 3D | CEASE |
| January 1, 2025 | NYT Mini 8A | CEASE |
| August 19, 2019 | NYT Mini 1A | HALT |
Other clues for CEASE
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FAQ
What is the answer to “Stop”?
CEASE (5 letters) or HALT (4 letters). Most recently CEASE, on October 9, 2026 in the NYT Mini.
How many letters is the answer to “Stop”?
5 letters, starting with C (C____).