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standstill

noun

/ˈstændˌstɪl/

Meaning

a situation in which all movement or activity stops

The traffic came to a standstill after the accident.

come to a standstill

halt, stop, deadlock, impasse, freeze

movement, progress, continuation

traffic standstill, economic standstill, came to a standstill, at a standstill

A short interesting story used in speeches or writing.

A short, pithy, and instructive saying or maxim.

the action or state of forcing or being forced to do something; an irresistible urge to behave in a...

A confusing and difficult problem or question.

Persistence in doing something despite difficulty.

a collection of things, especially pieces of writing or music, gathered together