as in delaying
to stop the progress or spread of (something)
efforts to stem the dramatic decline of an endangered species
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Recent Examples of stemming
Central bank researchers called this a structural change in the national economy stemming directly from heightened trade tensions.
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Alex Harring, CNBC, 7 Mar. 2026
But trying is worth it, for both patients and stemming the rise of antibiotic resistance, says Jean Claude Semuto Ngabonziza, a researcher at the Rwanda Biomedical Center and study co-author.
—Jonathan Lambert, NPR, 5 Mar. 2026
Like other hardware manufacturers, Apple is contending with surging memory-chip prices — a problem stemming in part from suppliers prioritizing lucrative artificial intelligence data centers over consumer applications.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 3 Mar. 2026
Those accords came about in part because those countries saw working with Israel and the United States as the most effective means of stemming Iran’s hostile adventurism.
—Ron Kampeas, Sun Sentinel, 2 Mar. 2026
Guerrero was being held without bail Friday in the San Joaquin County Jail on charges stemming a parole violation in connection with a 2024 conviction for numerous crimes connected to gang activity.
—Sharon Bernstein, Sacbee.com, 27 Feb. 2026
Federal Reserve officials are still divided over the path of interest rates for this year, stemming in part from disagreements regarding the state of the labor market.
—Bloomberg Wire, Dallas Morning News, 11 Feb. 2026
An exhibition in Beijing delving into anonymity, a key code of the house stemming back to the founder Martin Margiela’s Greta Garbo-like ways — and the face-obscuring masks that have been a feature of the brand since the Belgian maverick arrived on the international fashion scene.
—Miles Socha, Footwear News, 10 Feb. 2026
The justification for this war isn’t about stemming the flow of drugs.
—ABC News, 4 Jan. 2026
Alex Harring, CNBC, 7 Mar. 2026
But trying is worth it, for both patients and stemming the rise of antibiotic resistance, says Jean Claude Semuto Ngabonziza, a researcher at the Rwanda Biomedical Center and study co-author.
—Jonathan Lambert, NPR, 5 Mar. 2026
Like other hardware manufacturers, Apple is contending with surging memory-chip prices — a problem stemming in part from suppliers prioritizing lucrative artificial intelligence data centers over consumer applications.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 3 Mar. 2026
Those accords came about in part because those countries saw working with Israel and the United States as the most effective means of stemming Iran’s hostile adventurism.
—Ron Kampeas, Sun Sentinel, 2 Mar. 2026
Guerrero was being held without bail Friday in the San Joaquin County Jail on charges stemming a parole violation in connection with a 2024 conviction for numerous crimes connected to gang activity.
—Sharon Bernstein, Sacbee.com, 27 Feb. 2026
Federal Reserve officials are still divided over the path of interest rates for this year, stemming in part from disagreements regarding the state of the labor market.
—Bloomberg Wire, Dallas Morning News, 11 Feb. 2026
An exhibition in Beijing delving into anonymity, a key code of the house stemming back to the founder Martin Margiela’s Greta Garbo-like ways — and the face-obscuring masks that have been a feature of the brand since the Belgian maverick arrived on the international fashion scene.
—Miles Socha, Footwear News, 10 Feb. 2026
The justification for this war isn’t about stemming the flow of drugs.
—ABC News, 4 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for stemming
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The temporary grace period delaying enforcement of the new law also applies to provisions restricting who can use which restrooms and other private spaces on government property.—
Matthew Kelly,
Kansas City Star,
13 Mar. 2026
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The judge had postponed her sentencing until after the trial, delaying it further until after Serafini was sentenced.—
Rosalio Ahumada,
Sacbee.com,
13 Mar. 2026
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His comments came after Putin asked the government and companies to consider halting gas supplies to the European market without waiting for an import ban.—
Holly Ellyatt,
CNBC,
11 Mar. 2026
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That’s massively good news after his 2023 season ended early thanks to a ruptured Achilles in Week 12, halting what was looking to be his best professional season.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Mar. 2026
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Leave the resort to dine at Sunset Mona Lisa, a neighboring cliffside terrace where Mediterranean-leaning plates play second fiddle to the show-stopping tangerine-pink sunsets.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
18 Mar. 2026
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Arizona's prosecution comes shortly after Kalshi filed preemptive civil actions against Utah, Iowa and the Grand Canyon State in hopes of stopping those states from acting against the platform.—
David K. Li,
NBC news,
17 Mar. 2026
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After ending the third quarter with an eight-point advantage, the Hornets broke the game open by outscoring the Heat 40-18 in the fourth quarter.—
Anthony Chiang,
Miami Herald,
18 Mar. 2026
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Other locations will see snow ending tonight.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
17 Mar. 2026
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In February, the justices ruled 6-3 that the president lacked broad authority to impose tariffs without congressional approval, concluding that such powers rest with Congress.—
Taylor Millard,
The Washington Examiner,
13 Mar. 2026
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Miller said that the site is inspected once a month, and that Oncor has performed an environmental assessment on the site concluding that there are no hazards associated with it.—
Emily Holshouser,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
11 Mar. 2026
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The indictment includes the conspiracy count, which carries a maximum sentence of six years in federal prison, as well as several other counts of forcibly impeding a federal officer, each punishable by up to one year in federal prison.—
Jason Meisner,
Chicago Tribune,
13 Mar. 2026
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Bridges on the trail include porches so visitors can pause and admire views without impeding others passing through.—
John Meyer,
Denver Post,
11 Mar. 2026
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The Israeli military later posted a second message in Farsi, noting the head of Iran's judiciary was at the rally and criticizing Iran for blocking many from seeing their warning, as authorities in Iran have almost completely shut down internet access.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
14 Mar. 2026
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Ili New York Mini Crossbody Bag This fashion-forward option is made from genuine leather with RFID-blocking pockets.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
13 Mar. 2026
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California law restricts when local enforcement can coordinate with ICE in making such arrests, and federal officials and Republicans have assailed the policy for hindering immigration enforcement.—
Ethan Varian,
Mercury News,
8 Mar. 2026
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The lawsuit accuses them of concealing climate research and hindering the adoption of renewable energy technologies.—
Taylor Millard,
Boston Herald,
28 Feb. 2026
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