What is another word for stopped cold?
Pronunciation: [stˈɒpt kˈə͡ʊld] (IPA) 
When we encounter a situation that stops us in our tracks, we often use the phrase "stopped cold" to describe it. However, there are many other ways to express the same idea. One alternative could be "ground to a halt," which suggests that whatever was happening was abruptly and completely stopped. Another option might be "came to an abrupt standstill," which emphasizes the suddenness of the stop. Alternatively, we might say that something "halted immediately" or "ceased at once." Whatever phrase we choose, it's important to find a way to convey the suddenness and completeness of the stop in question.
