What is another word for stopping short?
Pronunciation: [stˈɒpɪŋ ʃˈɔːt] (IPA) 
Stopping short is a phrase that indicates an unexpected halt or a sudden interruption in an action. Synonyms for this phrase can be abrupt halt, sudden stop, unexpected cessation, or unanticipated pause. Other words that can be used as alternatives include abrupt cessation, sudden ending, or unexpected termination. Stopping short can also be defined as a sudden change in course or direction, which can be expressed using phrases such as sudden turn, unexpected shift, or sharp reversal. Regardless of the word or phrase used, stopping short conveys the abrupt and unexpected nature of the interruption or cessation of action.
