What is another word for brings to screeching halt?
Pronunciation: [bɹˈɪŋz tə skɹˈiːt͡ʃɪŋ hˈɒlt] (IPA) 
The phrase "brings to screeching halt" implies a sudden stop or end to something. Other synonyms for this phrase include "puts a stop to," "halts abruptly," "brings to a standstill," "disrupts," "derails," "ceases," "ends abruptly," "interrupts," "stymies," and "thwarts." These words can be used in various contexts, such as stopping a project, ending a career, or halting a conversation. Regardless, the common thread between all of these synonyms is the idea of something coming to an immediate stop, often with a sense of unexpectedness and urgency.
