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The phrase "are stopped by" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to indicate that something is prevented or halted by a specific factor or entity.
Example: "The project deadlines are stopped by unforeseen circumstances that have delayed our progress."
Alternatives: "are hindered by" or "are impeded by".
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Aid workers and cargoes are routinely delayed at checkpoints and where borders are open, caravans of trucks carrying relief supplies are stopped by fighting.
As players walk through the level, they are stopped by groups of enemies who must be defeated before they can continue.
Others admit they are stopped by fear.
And those who are are stopped by the low wages".
En route, they are stopped by a gang of bandits who are in league with Grimes.
Above: Teen-agers are stopped by police in the Melrose neighborhood of the Bronx.
Unfortunately, Sakho's efforts are stopped by Joe Hart, who himself is in inspired form.
"Sometimes when agencies go out to find and rescue trafficked girls from exploitation they are stopped by the families themselves.
Kelly pushed back on the idea that individuals who have "done nothing wrong" are stopped by the police.
Local drivers are afraid of carrying women workers--whether expatriate or local--in case they are stopped by armed patrols and accused of immoral acts.
In the video, police appear ready to step in but are stopped by Mr Valls, who allows the man to speak.
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