deadlock
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The first round of talks between the U.S. and Iran in Islamabad ended in a deadlock.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026
Tuesday's match was an intense affair, with former Manchester United player Tuanzebe only breaking the deadlock in the 100th minute.
From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026
For those who were not fans of the existing ways to break a deadlock, the final straw came four months later.
From BBC • Mar. 28, 2026
Garfield 3, Venice 2: The Bulldogs scored a run in the ninth on an error to break a 2-2 deadlock.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 14, 2026
It was a deadlock; he could not tighten his hold, John could not break it.
From "Go Tell It on the Mountain" by James Baldwin
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