deadlocked

Example Sentences

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The proposal went before the party board, which deadlocked in a 5-5 vote.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 25, 2026

But through four games, the Thunder and Spurs are still deadlocked.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 25, 2026

The ensuing debate leaves the parties bitterly deadlocked.

From Los Angeles Times • May 5, 2026

Negotiations between the two countries have been deadlocked since a ceasefire came into effect on April 8, with only one round of direct peace talks held so far.

From Barron's • May 3, 2026

This was a big bother for me and his cell-mate, because it meant I had to keep the bolt on the cell deadlocked all the time.

From "Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing" by Ted Conover