dead end
Example Sentences
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Despite the promising findings, the research reached a dead end because scientists could not determine the molecules' exact three dimensional structures.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 6, 2026
"The divers, unable to find the exit corridor, found themselves in a corridor to the left of what would have been the exit, which, however, was a dead end," she said.
From Barron's ● May 21, 2026
Owners Jingye seemed reluctant to ensure continued operations, and negotiations with the Chinese company to invest in new operations alongside government support hit a dead end.
From BBC ● May 13, 2026
Early this week, the peace efforts appeared to be at a dead end.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 10, 2026
“There’s no dead end in Norvelt, not today! Take those five library cards, Team Kyle! You won them fair and square!”
From "Escape from Mr. Lemoncello's Library" by Chris Grabenstein
