halted
verb (past tense)UK /ˈhɔːltɪd/
US /ˈhɔːltɪd/
Stopped moving or doing something.
The bus halted at the red light.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. Came to a sudden stop while walking or running.
The hikers halted when they saw the deer.
3. Caused something to stop.
The referee halted the game because of rain.
4. Paused for a short time before continuing.
She halted in the doorway to look around.