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Dead-lock

noun

/ˈded.lɑk/

Meaning

a situation in which no progress is possible; complete standstill

The negotiations reached a deadlock when neither side would compromise.

stalemate, impasse, standstill, gridlock

progress, breakthrough, resolution, movement

political deadlock, break deadlock, reach deadlock

The transfer of private property or business to government ownership.

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a person's name written in their own handwriting as identification or authorization

The existing state of affairs, especially regarding social or political issues.

a small group of birds, especially partridges or quails

A contest of armed forces; warfare between opposing military forces.