toまるmarutoまるmaruとまtomaruとまtomaru
1.

To remain in a specific location or position without moving onward, often due to a lack of anticipated movement or progression.

2.

To experience a halt or discontinuation of an ongoing action or state, where previous activity ceases abruptly.

3.

To be situated in a fixed position, often referring to living beings resting on a surface, or an object being immobilized.

4.

To be restrained from developing or advancing, resulting in no further progress beyond a certain point.

Example:

そして、電車はキーッという音を立てて止まった。

とどtodoまるmaruとどtodoまるmaru
1.

To continue existing in a certain location or organization without moving or changing one's position, often while maintaining the same status or role.

2.

To reach a conclusion or state where progress halts, resulting in the inability to advance further or meet expectations.

3.

To exist in a particular condition or state for an indefinite period, suggesting unpredictability regarding duration or extent.

Example:

ここにとどまっていても何の得もない。