deadlock

Example Sentences

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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

The European Commission has mustered a team to try to break the deadlock over Ukraine.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 19, 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

US President Donald Trump, who spearheaded diplomatic efforts to end the war, has been signalling impatience with the deadlock between the two sides.

From BBC • Feb. 18, 2026

Rachel and Ema both hesitated, not sure where to sit, but Rachel quickly broke that deadlock.

From "Shelter (Book One): A Mickey Bolitar Novel" by Harlan Coben