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deadlock

[ded-lok] / ˈdɛdˌlɒk /


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While Pastef's majority in the National Assembly can censure the government, in the event of a deadlock the president can resort to "exceptional powers" to govern by decree for three months, noted Diallo.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

He added he was hopeful that China would help find a resolution to the deadlock in the Strait, saying that the free movement of ships was in its economic interest.

From BBC • May 12, 2026

The deal is designed to break the deadlock in the conflict and set talks back in motion.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 27, 2026

The deadlock over talks leaves Trump with uncomfortable choices.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 25, 2026

We have gone through a pretense of truce and reformation, straight into deadlock.

From "Cat's Eye" by Margaret Atwood




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