at a standstill
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Since the Covid pandemic left resorts like Benidorm virtually deserted and the Spanish tourism industry at a standstill there has been a remarkable recovery.
From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026
When we pulled into a Houston-area location, we had to wait for some time to find a parking spot as the lot was at a standstill.
From Salon • Jun. 3, 2026
Talks between Washington and Ottawa are at a standstill, whereas the U.S. and Mexico have moved to an advanced stage.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 29, 2026
Traffic through the strait has essentially been at a standstill since the war began.
From Barron's • Mar. 24, 2026
Time was at a standstill, except for the relentless ticking of the wall clock.
From "Sir Fig Newton and the Science of Persistence" by Sonja Thomas
