halttofighting
nounUK /ˌhɔːlt tə ˈfaɪtɪŋ/
US /ˌhɔːlt tə ˈfaɪtɪŋ/
A halt to fighting is a stop to the fighting.
The two sides agreed to a halt to fighting so people could get food and medicine.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. A short break in a battle so both sides can rest or talk.
The general called a halt to fighting to collect the wounded.
3. An order that tells soldiers to stop shooting.
The commander sent a halt to fighting down the line.
4. A pause in any argument or quarrel.
The teacher's arrival brought a halt to fighting among the students.