stalemate
Example Sentences
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California’s congressional delegation mirrors the broader stalemate in Washington, where entrenched positions have kept both parties at a negotiation impasse.
From Los Angeles Times
The situation is stalemated enough to have some GOP members floating the ill-considered idea of killing the filibuster for appropriations.
This was Spurs' first goalless draw in 125 games, the last being a Champions League stalemate with AC Milan in March 2023.
From BBC
This shutdown is also more worrisome than previous stalemates because it’s a more complete government shutdown.
From MarketWatch
America in 2025 remains mired in all sorts of ideological stalemates.
From Salon
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