What is another word for stopped tracks?
Pronunciation: [stˈɒpt tɹˈaks] (IPA) 
There are many synonyms for the phrase "stopped tracks." Some of the most common are "halted abruptly," "froze in place," "ground to a halt," "came to a standstill," "stood stock-still," and "stopped dead in one's tracks." These phrases all convey the sense of a sudden, complete cessation of movement, whether physical or metaphorical. Other synonyms might include "paused," "ceased," "halted," "terminated," "ended," or "finished." Each of these has its own subtle nuances and contexts in which it might be more appropriate than the others, but all suggest a definitive break or interruption in the flow of action or thought.
