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Deadlock

Definition

(formal) A situation in which a decision or action cannot be taken because there is a complete lack of agreement or progress, often due to opposing views or interests that cannot be reconciled.

Example Sentences

1The negotiations reached a deadlock, with neither side willing to compromise on the key issue.
2Can you explain why the talks between the two countries ended in a deadlock?
3The committee was unable to make a decision due to a deadlock between the two opposing factions.
4To avoid a deadlock in the voting process, the chairman suggested a compromise solution.
5The company's growth has been hindered by a deadlock between the management and the union over working conditions.

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