Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
stop-the-car
Phrase
stɒp ðə kɑːr
Definition
An informal phrase often used to indicate an urgent need to halt or bring a vehicle to a stop, usually in response to something unexpected.
Examples
- “When I saw the accident ahead, I shouted, ‘Stop the car!'”
- “She exclaimed ‘stop the car’ when she spotted her friend on the sidewalk.”
- “We were driving through the countryside when he suddenly said, ‘Stop the car!’ to take a picture of the beautiful view.”
Meaning
To quickly bring a vehicle to a halt, typically due to a sudden realization or urgent situation.
Synonyms
- Halt the vehicle
- Bring the car to a stop
- Pull over
- Come to a stop
