These are words and phrases related to leave off (something/doing something). Click on any word or phrase to go to its thesaurus page. Or, go to the definition of leave off (something/doing something).
TO END SOMETHING OR CAUSE IT TO END
I resolved to leave off complaining and instead focus on better things.
Synonyms and examples
stop Stop pulling your brother's hair this instant!
quit Quit poking your sister, will you?
halt We halted the assembly line to check the equipment.
discontinue formal The lab has discontinued this line of research due to ethical concerns.
cease formal All operations at the company will cease, and the assets will be auctioned off.
desist formal Will you desist from making such hurtful comments during this painful time?
cease and desist specialized The judge ordered them to cease and desist making the imitation product immediately.
lay off (something) informal I've gained enough weight that I should probably lay off dessert for a bit.
cut it/that out informal Boys! Cut that out right now or you'll be sent to your rooms!
can mainly USinformal Hey, can it! I'm trying to pay attention to the movie!
Antonym and example
start When can we start production? Go to the thesaurus article about these synonyms and antonyms of leave off (something/doing something). Learn more If you stop something, you end it or cause it to end, usually before you intended to.