The three men did not, though their conversation ceased until the women had gone from the room.

At the same time and without the need for a command, all conversation ceased.

Conversation ceased as if it had been turned off with a tap.

Conversation ceased as people turned their attention to the podium.

The two of them sat looking at each other for a moment, as if the conversation had momentarily ceased to matter.

But at that moment the riders were given the start, and all conversation ceased.

Conversation ceased and all assembled turned to face the high seat.

All conversation had ceased in the restaurant at the sound of the crash.

They still chatted, but the conversation had ceased to be general.

All other conversation had ceased, and the protest seemed to echo across the room.