ceased

the company ceased trading last year due to financial difficulties.

her heart ceased beating after the accident.

all communication ceased when the power went out.

the rain eventually ceased, and the sun came out.

he ceased to be a member of the club after resigning.

the construction noise ceased at six o'clock in the evening.

the argument ceased when she apologized.

the volcano ceased erupting after several weeks.

she ceased working there after finding a better job.

the birds ceased singing as darkness fell.

he ceased smoking five years ago.