at a standstill
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Congress is at a standstill trying to pass key legislation, the military is mired in a conflict in the Middle East, and the president just faced his third assassination attempt in two years.
From Slate • Apr. 28, 2026
Diplomatic efforts to end Europe's deadliest conflict since World War II are at a standstill with US mediation efforts diverted by the outbreak of the Middle East war in February.
From Barron's • Apr. 25, 2026
Traffic in the Strait of Hormuz remained at a standstill on Sunday, according to data from tracking site MarineTraffic.
From BBC • Apr. 19, 2026
The talks are now at a standstill, Hamby said.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026
Traffic was at a standstill, and people moved in and out between the cars.
From "Small Steps" by Louis Sachar
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