What is another word for bring to a screeching halt?
Pronunciation: [bɹˈɪŋ tʊ ɐ skɹˈiːt͡ʃɪŋ hˈɒlt] (IPA) 
There are several synonyms for the phrase "bring to a screeching halt" that can be used to convey the same sense of sudden and abrupt cessation. Some of these synonyms include "come to a standstill," "grind to a halt," "halt in its tracks," "stop dead in its tracks," "come to a crashing end," "put the brakes on," "bring to an abrupt stop," and "bring to a sudden stop." These phrases can be used interchangeably to describe a sudden and unexpected cessation of movement or activity, such as a car coming to an abrupt stop, or a project grinding to a halt due to unforeseen obstacles.
