What is another word for putting the freeze on?
Pronunciation: [pˈʊtɪŋ ðə fɹˈiːz ˈɒn] (IPA) 
"Putting the freeze on" is an idiomatic expression that means to stop, prevent or restrain something from happening. There are several other synonyms that can be used in place of this phrase such as "halting", which means to bring something to a stop; "stalling", referring to delaying or obstructing progress; "ceasing", meaning to bring an activity to an end; and "haulting", which means to suspend or discontinue an activity, among others. These synonyms can be used interchangeably depending on the context and the desired level of seriousness or emphasis. Regardless of which synonym is chosen, the underlying message is clear: an action or activity has been stopped or prevented from continuing.
