The action of stopping operations; a closing, of a computer, business, event, etc.
A statement, insult, etc. that prevents the opponent from replying further.
An autistic response to stress or sensory overload, in which the individual freezes up and becomes silent, motionless, and unresponsive.
The intentional termination of an incomplete task after a time limit considered long enough for it to end normally.
The allowed maximal time for a process to end normally.