come to a stop

come to a stop

To stop, cease, or conclude. Every driver came to a stop as the police car, with its flashing lights and siren, sped by. Our research came to a stop after a sudden reduction in funding.See also: come, stop

come to a stop

[for someone or something] to stop moving or happening. The bus finally came to a stop so I could get off. The dog's barking finally came to a stop.See also: come, stop