The correct answer is put an end to.
Staunch
A. put an end to
B. feel unwell
C. flatten
D. support
The correct answer is (A) To put an end to; to check or stop, especially a flow of blood.
Staunch comes from Middle English stanchen, Italian stancare (to weary)
Examples of use:
- It was necessary to staunch quickly their dependence on credit.
- She staunched the flow of blood from the wound.