STEMMED Synonyms: 77 Similar and Opposite Words

stemmed

verb

Definition of stemmed

past tense of stem

as in delayed

to stop the progress or spread of (something) efforts to stem the dramatic decline of an endangered species

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Recent Examples of stemmed But Kozlowski said his concerns about Flock cameras stemmed specifically from the risk that data could be shared with unauthorized parties. — Haley Parsley, Sacbee.com, 23 Sep. 2026 The run-up in inflation has stemmed primarily from a massive jump in gas prices, with oil tankers mostly unable to transit through the Strait of Hormuz. — Elisabeth Buchwald, CNN Money, 4 Sep. 2026 Rich suggested the backlash stemmed less from Jelly Roll’s beliefs than from fans feeling blindsided by them. — Lauryn Overhultz, FOXNews.com, 3 Sep. 2026 In that context, perpetual futures, borne of crypto origins – an asset class whose appeal stemmed in large part due to constant access – look like a natural next step. — Oliver Renick, CNBC, 21 Aug. 2026 Bezio said that hiring more staff members and introducing ways for people to submit their documents online have stemmed the enrollment drop in recent months as the state has reduced the chance for people who qualify to lose benefits. — Geoff Mulvihill, Los Angeles Times, 21 Aug. 2026 But greater scrutiny has not stemmed the flow of memories about Zhu. — Reuters, NBC news, 18 Aug. 2026 The previous jump in food prices stemmed in part from a historic oil shock set off by the Iran war, which pushed up diesel costs. — Max Zahn, ABC News, 18 Aug. 2026 Cherelus notched the start, technically, with Wallace coming in thereafter, but neither stemmed a rolling Bills offensive tide. — Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 15 Aug. 2026

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Oura was just one of several IPOs that have been delayed over the past month.

— Morgan Chittum, Fortune, 6 Oct. 2026
In the same week, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman unveiled Dots, the company pulled its latest AI model and delayed its IPO due to existential safety concerns around the very same AI agent tech.

— Amy O’Brien, Vogue, 6 Oct. 2026

Definition of delayed

Verb

Amid all those professional milestones, Bridgers also ended a high-profile relationship with actor Paul Mescal; lost her father, Tony Bridgers; and started dating comedian Bo Burnham.

— Christine Werthman, Billboard, 5 Oct. 2026
There is a week every fall when the mornings sharpen, the knitwear comes down off the top shelf, and everything in your gym bag suddenly belongs to a season that has already ended.

— Zoë Mackay, Footwear News, 5 Oct. 2026

Definition of ended

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As referees stopped Charlie Adams’ corner kick to separate a pair of players in the box, Adams whispered for Barea to come closer.

— Idaho Statesman, Idaho Statesman, 4 Oct. 2026
The Cougars were stopped at the UCF 3 on consecutive drives before Overmyer fumbled at the UCF 7 and into the end zone, recovered by the Knights.

— ABC News, ABC News, 3 Oct. 2026

Definition of stopped

Verb

More than 15 years after the regular series concluded, Action Arena‘s games continue to entertain audiences.

— Max Goldbart, Deadline, 6 Oct. 2026
When concertgoers became notorious for all manner of anti-social behavior, from throwing random stuff on stage to shouting disruptive comments during sets, that many concluded was a result of spending so much time in isolation.

— Jeff Ihaza, Rolling Stone, 6 Oct. 2026

Definition of concluded

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The ongoing conflict that has driven people from their homes in Iran as well as an internet shutdown and a lack of full cooperation from the two governments partially impeded the team's efforts to get information.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 18 Sep. 2026
The ongoing conflict that has driven people from their homes in Iran as well as an internet shutdown and a lack of full cooperation from the two governments partially impeded the team’s efforts to get information.

— Jamey Keaten, Los Angeles Times, 17 Sep. 2026

Definition of impeded

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Wright admitted his confidence was shaken last season when a knee injury hindered his development, and limited his opportunities early.

— Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 2 Oct. 2026
Last season as a rookie, Ferguson was hindered early in the schedule because of a hamstring injury suffered during training camp.

— Gary Klein, Los Angeles Times, 26 Sep. 2026

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